Subtypes of Symptoms and Endoscopic Findings in Gastro-oesophageal Reflux Disease: A Retrospective Cross-Sectional Analysis from Southwestern Nigeria - Summary - MDSpire
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Subtypes of Symptoms and Endoscopic Findings in Gastro-oesophageal Reflux Disease: A Retrospective Cross-Sectional Analysis from Southwestern Nigeria
To determine the pattern of symptoms and upper gastrointestinal endoscopic abnormalities in Gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GORD) and the association of symptom subtype with these abnormalities.
Key Findings:
A total of 411 patients with GORD symptoms were included in the study.
The predominant form of GORD was non-erosive reflux disease (NERD), occurring in 74.5% of patients.
Symptom subtypes included oesophageal symptoms only (XX%), extra-oesophageal symptoms only (YY%), and a combination of both (ZZ%).
Interpretation:
The study highlights the prevalence of NERD in Nigeria and underscores the need for further investigation into symptom subtypes and their relationship with endoscopic findings, which could inform better management strategies.
Limitations:
Retrospective design may introduce bias.
No sample size calculation was performed.
Findings may not be generalizable beyond the studied population.
Potential biases inherent in retrospective studies.
Conclusion:
Understanding the symptom subtypes and their association with endoscopic findings in GORD can inform better management strategies and contribute to the existing literature on GORD.
