ASGE Esophagology General GI Practice Virtual Program (LIVE Virtual) | April 2021-The Diagnostic Toolbox for GERD: When to Use What?

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In this video, Professor Amit Mahadev introduces the first session on gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). He mentions that there will be two lectures, followed by a case presentation and panel discussion where experts will answer tough questions. The first speaker, Dr. Felice, discusses the diagnostic toolbox for GERD. She emphasizes that GERD is not a one-size-fits-all disease and that symptom generation is multifactorial. She explains various diagnostic tests such as the PPI trial, upper endoscopy, reflux monitoring, esophagram, biopsies, high resolution manometry, and mucosal impedance. Dr. Felice highlights the importance of listening to patients and considering their symptoms, such as heartburn and regurgitation. She provides guidelines on when to perform specific tests, such as endoscopy for patients with alarm symptoms or inadequate PPI response, and the role of different metrics in making a GERD diagnosis. Overall, the video provides insights into the diagnostic process for GERD and highlights the appropriate use of different tests.

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Felice Schnoll-Sussman

Keywords

gastroesophageal reflux disease

GERD

diagnostic toolbox

symptoms

endoscopy