The Effects of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease in East Asia and China from 1990 to 2021: Findings from the 2021 Global Burden of Disease Study - Scorecard - MDSpire

The Effects of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease in East Asia and China from 1990 to 2021: Findings from the 2021 Global Burden of Disease Study

  • By

  • Chengying Zhu

  • Zeming Le

  • Zhanjun Lu

  • Zihao Guo

  • Guo Yu

  • Zhiyuan Cheng

  • Changjie Zhao

  • Rong Wan

  • Weiliang Jiang

  • Wenqin Xiao

  • January 31, 2026

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Clinical Scorecard: The Effects of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease in East Asia and China from 1990 to 2021: Findings from the 2021 Global Burden of Disease Study

At a Glance

CategoryDetail
Condition
Key MechanismsChronic digestive disorder with symptoms such as heartburn and regurgitation impacting quality of life; potential progression to reflux esophagitis and Barrett’s esophagus.
Target Population
Care Setting

Key Highlights

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Guideline-Based Recommendations

Diagnosis

    Management

    • Implement region-specific clinical management strategies based on socio-demographic factors.
    • Consider pharmacological treatments such as proton pump inhibitors and H2 receptor antagonists.

    Monitoring & Follow-up

      Risks

        Patient & Prescribing Data

        Focus on lifestyle modifications such as dietary changes, weight management, and avoiding triggers.

        Clinical Best Practices

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        References

        Original Source(s)

        The Effects of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease in East Asia and China from 1990 to 2021: Findings from the 2021 Global Burden of Disease Study

        • by Chengying Zhu, Zeming Le, Zhanjun Lu, Zihao Guo, Guo Yu, Zhiyuan Cheng, Changjie Zhao, Rong Wan, Weiliang Jiang, Wenqin Xiao

        • January 31, 2026

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