Diagnostic value associated with the combination of saliva pepsin and microorganisms in functional heartburn and gastroesophageal reflux disease.

Heartburn is a common symptom shared by both gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and functional heartburn (FHB), which can make it challenging to differentiate between the two conditions. However, examining oral manifestations of GERD can be a cost-effective and readily available method to aid in this differentiation process. It may serve as a valuable tool in distinguishing GERD from FHB. ©The Author(s) 2024. Published by Baishideng Publishing Group Inc. All rights reserved.

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Yu-Qi Huang, Chao Yang, Wen Luo. Diagnostic value associated with the combination of saliva pepsin and microorganisms in functional heartburn and gastroesophageal reflux disease. World journal of gastroenterology. 2024 May 21;30(19):2612-2614

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