What is the impact of metabolic syndrome and its components on reflux esophagitis? A cross-sectional study

What is the impact of metabolic syndrome and its components on reflux esophagitis? A cross-sectional study

Abstract Background The prevalence rate of reflux esophagitis (RE) in Asia, including Taiwan, has increased dramatically in recent years. However, few studies have discussed on its relationship with metabolic syndrome (MetS). This study aimed to evaluate the correlation between RE and MetS and its c...

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Main Authors: Yi-Hsuan Hsieh, Mei-Fong Wu, Pei-Yu Yang, Wei-Cheng Liao, Yao-Hsuan Hsieh, Yu-Jun Chang, I-Ching Lin
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2019-02-01
Series:BMC Gastroenterology
Subjects:
Reflux esophagitis
Gastroesophageal reflux
Metabolic syndrome
Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s12876-019-0950-z

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