Gastroesophageal reflux disease refractory to medical treatment. which approach: the pill or the scalpel?
Chiocca, J.C.; Salis, G.B.
Acta Gastroenterologica Latinoamericana 27(3): 141-152
1997
ISSN/ISBN: 0300-9033 PMID: 9412144 Document Number: 475938
We analyze the modern literature regarding natural history, clinical picture and treatment of gastroesophageal reflux disease. The characteristics of a small group of patients with tendency to relapse are emphasized, analyzing the possibilities offered by pharmacological as well as surgical treatment. Finally, we analyse the current literature of our country situation.