Original paper

Clinical Survey of Symptoms,Psychological Status and Quality of Life in Elderly Patients with Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease

Published: Jan 1, 2010
Abstract
The prevalence of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) has been rising in recent years and increases with age. Aims: To analyze the gastroesophageal reflux symptoms, extra-esophageal symptoms, psychological status and quality of life (QOL) of GERD patients especially the elderly patients, so as to provide evidence for the diagnosis and treatment of GERD. Methods: Two hundred and ninety-six consecutive GERD patients (elderly group, n=160;...
Paper Details
Title
Clinical Survey of Symptoms,Psychological Status and Quality of Life in Elderly Patients with Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease
Published Date
Jan 1, 2010
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