Oral gefapixant reduces frequency of refractory or unexplained chronic coughs
1. Gefapixant 45 mg twice a day showed significant reductions in chronic cough over 12-24 weeks compared to placebo. 2. ...
Tag: gastroesophageal reflux disease
Quick Take: Comparison of Laparoscopic 270 Degree Posterior Partial Fundoplication vs Total Fundoplication for the Treatment of Gastroesophageal Reflex Disease: a Randomized Clinical Trial
Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is a common disorder associated with reflux of gastric contents through the gastroesophageal junction. There are ...
2 Minute Medicine Rewind March 11, 2019
Veverimer Versus Placebo in Patients with Metabolic Acidosis Associated with Chronic Kidney Disease: a Multicenter, Randomized, Double-Blind, Controlled, Phase 3 ...
High recurrence of gastroesophageal reflux disease in patients treated with laparoscopic antireflux surgery
1. Among patients receiving laparoscopic antireflux surgery, 17.7% experienced recurrent GERD requiring medication or secondary antireflux surgery 2. Factors associated ...
New pediatric GERD management guidelines released
Image: CC/S.Fruitsmaak 1. Distinguishing between physiologic gastroesophageal reflux (GER) and pathologic gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is key to managing regurgitation ...
New device reduces acid exposure in gastroesophageal reflux disease
Feb 22nd - Magnetic sphincter augmentation was effective in reducing esophageal acid exposure and improved quality of life in gastric ...