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Psychological and emotional aspects of gastroesophageal reflux disease

2002; Oxford University Press; Volume: 15; Issue: 3 Linguagem: Inglês

10.1046/j.1442-2050.2002.00261.x

ISSN

1442-2050

Autores

T. Kamolz, Vic Velanovich,

Tópico(s)

Eosinophilic Esophagitis

Resumo

A synergy exists between the psychological and physiological aspects of esophageal and other gastrointestinal symptoms. Based on a biopsychosocial model of disease, several multidisciplinary concepts of interventions in gastrointestinal disorders have been evaluated. The role of psychological factors in gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) has been under study. This article reviews psychological and emotional factors influencing GERD symptoms and treatment.

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