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NWHIC Publications Catalog -- Record DetailsHeartburn, Hiatal Hernia, and Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
2007,
Fact Sheet,
Federal Publication,
English
Description:This patient education fact sheet presents the causes, symptoms, diagnosis, complications, and treatments of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD). GERD occurs when the lower esophageal sphincter (LES) does not close properly and stomach contents leak back into the esophagus. Availability information:Single copies of most Federal materials are available free of charge. There may be associated shipping and handling or other charges. Publications may be available from more than one source who may have different ordering policies. In some cases there may be a limit to the quantity that can be ordered. Please contact the organizations listed below for specific ordering information. Source:National Digestive Diseases Information Clearinghouse, NIDDK, NIH, HHS Phone number(s):
(301) 654-3810 Related topics:These topics may help you find additional publications. Click any of these links to do an automatic search.
NWHIC record number P-706 |
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