Pathophysiology of Gastroesophageal Reflux Diseases in Chinese-Role of Transient Lower Esophageal Sphincter Relaxation and Esophageal Motor Dysfunction

Abstract

The frequency of TLESRs was similar between patients with GERD and controls during stationary manometry. Primary peristalsis was impaired in Chinese patients with GERD. Esophageal motor dysfunction may contribute to the pathophysiology of GERD in the Chinese population.