Used Parameters : BW, BMI, Segmental FM
Publication Year : 2019
Country : USA
Journal : Surgery for Obesity and Related Diseases
Background Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) impacts choice and outcomes of bariatric surgery. However, GERD diagnosis based solely on symptoms yields inaccurate results. Objective To determine the factors associated with a positive 24h pH-monitoring (pH-test) or esophagitis in patients with severe obesity seeking bariatric surgery. Setting Private practice. Methods 93 patients with severe obesity underwent prospective evaluation for GERD symptoms, body composition, upper gastrointestinal endoscopy, esophageal …
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