Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is a chronic, complex, and relapsing condition. It carries a risk of morbidity and the potential for resultant complications. The scientists have found that Upper esophageal sphincter assist device is effective in extra-esophageal GERD symptoms. A device worn around the neck to provide additional pressure to the upper esophageal sphincter significantly reduces extra-esophageal symptoms attributed to acid reflux, researchers have found.
GERD typically displays heartburn and regurgitation as common symptoms, but it may also manifest with atypical or extra-esophageal symptoms which may include asthma, chronic cough, laryngitis, hoarseness, chronic sore throat, dental erosions, and non-cardiac chest pain. Currently, proton pump inhibitors are used as first-line treatment for extra-esophageal symptoms. However, some studies have failed to show a…
