Many experts maintain that GERD is caused by dysfunction of the gastroesophageal barrier and that gastric acid secretion is not the primary underlying defect. By contrast, a recent study by Reimer ...

2013;7(2):115-126. Increased esophageal exposure to gastric contents is the main pathogenic event occurring in GERD, whose genesis is multifactorial. Several pathophysiological mechanisms are ...

hyperlipidemia and sleep apnea are higher among our patients than among sleeve- and gastric bypass operated patients in the study by Zhang et al., but our gastroesophageal reflux-rate is also higher.

Endoscopic sleeve ... before and after the procedure as well as follow-up appointments help prevent complications after the procedure. As with other bariatric procedures, serious complications may ...

For years Russell tried to lose weight through exercise, dieting and medications, but nothing seemed to help. Her decision to ...