Gastroesophageal flap valve reflected EGJ morphology and correlated to acid reflux
Abstract Objective The anatomy of esophagogastric junction (EGJ) serves as the anti-reflux barrier. The gastroesophageal flap valve (GEFV) is a component of EGJ. The aim of the current study was to assess its correlation with the esophageal acid exposure and the impact on anti-reflux barrier functio...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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BMC
2017-11-01
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| Series: | BMC Gastroenterology |
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| Online Access: | http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s12876-017-0693-7 |