| 1.) |
What additional history is needed in this patient? |
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| 2.) |
What is the differential diagnosis based on the history? |
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| 3.) |
Are there any specific findings to be noted on examination? |
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| 4.) |
What are normal antireflux mechanisms? |
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| 5.) |
What is an appropriate diagnostic workup in this patient? What do you hope to learn with each study? |
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| 6.) |
What are the types of hiatal hernias? What are the characteristics of each in presentation and complication? |
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| 7.) |
What is the medical management of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)? |
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| 8.) |
What are the complications of GERD? |
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| 9.) |
What are the indications for surgery? |
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| 10.) |
What is the most common surgical procedure performed for GERD? |
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