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==[[Heartburn overview|Overview]]==


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==[[Heartburn historical perspective|Historical Perspective]] ==


==[[Heartburn overview|Overview]]==
==[[Heartburn classification|Classification]] ==


==[[Heartburn pathophysiology|Pathophysiology]] ==
==[[Heartburn pathophysiology|Pathophysiology]] ==
==[[Heartburn causes|Causes]]==
==[[Heartburn differential diagnosis|Differentiating Heartburn from other Diseases]]==
== [[Heartburn epidemiology and demographics|Epidemiology and Demographics]] ==
== [[Heartburn risk factors|Risk Factors]] ==
== [[Heartburn screening|Screening]] ==
== [[Heartburn natural history, complications and prognosis|Natural History, Complications and Prognosis]] ==


== Diagnosis ==
== Diagnosis ==
===Biochemical===
[[Heartburn history and symptoms|History and Symptoms]] | [[Heartburn physical examination|Physical Examination]] | [[Heartburn laboratory findings|Laboratory Findings]]  | [[Heartburn MRI|MRI]] | [[Heartburn ultrasound|Ultrasound]] | [[Heartburn other imaging findings|Other Imaging Findings]] | [[Heartburn other diagnostic studies| Other Diagnostic Studies]]
;Ambulatory pH Monitoring : A probe can be placed via the nose into the esophagus to record the level of [[acidity]] in the lower esophagus. Because some degree of variation in acidity is normal, and small reflux events are relatively common, such monitors must be left in place for at least a 24-hour period to confirm the diagnosis of [[Gastroesophageal_reflux_disease|GERD]].  The test is particularly useful when the patient's symptoms can be correlated to episodes of increased esophageal acidity.
; Upper Gastrointestinal (GI) Series : A series of x-rays of the upper digestive system are taken after drinking a [[barium]] solution.  These can demonstrate reflux of barium into the esophagus, which suggests the possibility of gastroesophageal reflux disease.  More accurately, [[fluoroscopy]] can be used to document reflux in real-time.


===Mechanical===
==Treatment==
; [[Manometry]] : In this test, a pressure sensor ([[manometer]]) is passed through the mouth into the esophagus and measures the pressure of the lower esophageal sphincter directly.
; [[Endoscopy]] : The esophageal mucosa can be visualized directly by passing a thin, lighted tube with a tiny camera attached (an endoscope) through the mouth to examine the esophagus and stomach.  In this way, evidence of esophageal inflammation can be detected, and biopsies taken if necessary. Since an endoscopy allows a doctor to visually inspect the upper digestive track the procedure may help identify any additional damage to the tract that may not have been detected otherwise.
; [[Biopsy]] : A small sample of tissue from the esophagus is removed. It is then studied to check for inflammation, cancer, or other problems.


==[[Heartburn differential diagnosis|Differentiating Heartburn from other Diseases]]==
[[Heartburn medical therapy|Medical Therapy]] | [[Heartburn surgery|Surgery]] | [[Heartburn primary prevention|Primary Prevention]] | [[Heartburn secondary prevention|Secondary Prevention]] | [[Heartburn cost-effectiveness of therapy|Cost Effectiveness of Therapy]] | [[Heartburn future or investigational therapies|Future or Investigational Therapies]]


==[[Heartburn causes|Causes]]==
==Case Studies==


==[[Heartburn Medical Therapy|Medical therapy]]==
[[Heartburn case study one|Case #1]]


== See also ==
==Related Chapters==
*[[Acid indigestion]]
*[[Acid indigestion]]
*[[Gastroesophageal reflux disease]]
*[[Gastroesophageal reflux disease]]
==References==
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==External links==
* [http://www.heartburnalliance.org National Heartburn Alliance]
* [http://www.mediprimer.com/Gastroenterology/heartburn/ Heartburn and Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease Primer]
* [http://www.gastroview.com Indigestion analysis]


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Revision as of 15:36, 29 May 2013

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