Gastroesophageal reflux disease
Gastroesophageal reflux disease
Definition
A chronic disorder characterized by reflux of the gastric and/or duodenal contents into the distal esophagus. It is usually caused by incompetence of the lower esophageal sphincter. Symptoms include heartburn and acid indigestion. It may cause injury to the esophageal mucosa.
Also known as acid reflux, gastroesophageal reflux, gastroesophageal reflux disease, GERD — per MONDO
Also identified as
- DOID 8534 per MONDO
- ICD9 530.81 per MONDO
- MESH D005764 per MONDO
- NCIT C26781 per MONDO
- OMIM 109350 per MONDO
- SCTID 235595009 per MONDO
- UMLS C0017168 per MONDO
Affected Organs
| Organ | Involvement | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Alimentary part of gastrointestinal system | Disease Has Associated Anatomic Site | NCIT · CC BY 4.0 |
| Alimentary part of gastrointestinal system | Disease Has Primary Anatomic Site | NCIT · CC BY 4.0 |
| Esophagus | Disease Has Associated Anatomic Site | NCIT · CC BY 4.0 |
| Esophagus | Disease Has Primary Anatomic Site | NCIT · CC BY 4.0 |