Impact of hiatal hernia on histological pattern of non-erosive reflux disease
<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Hiatus hernia (HH) has major pathophysiological effects favoring gastroesophageal reflux and hence contributing to esophageal mucosa injury, especially in patients with severe gastroesophageal disease. However, prospective studies in...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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BMC
2005-01-01
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Series: | BMC Gastroenterology |
Online Access: | http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-230X/5/2 |