The effects of obesity on oesophageal function, acid exposure and the symptoms of gastro-oesophageal reflux disease
The effects of obesity on oesophageal function, acid exposure and the symptoms of gastro-oesophageal reflux disease
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DOI:
10.1111/apt.12208
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发表时间:
2013-03-01
影响因子:
7.6
通讯作者:
Fox, M.
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作者:
Anggiansah, R.;Sweis, R.;Fox, M.
Background Obese patients have an increased risk of gastro-oesophageal reflux disease; however, the mechanism underlying this association is uncertain. Aim To test the hypothesis that mechanical effects of obesity on oesophageal function increase acid exposure and symptoms. Methods Height, weight and waist circumference (WC) were measured in patients with typical reflux symptoms referred for manometry and 24h ambulatory pH studies. Symptom severity was assessed by questionnaire. The association between obesity [WC, body mass index (BMI)], oesophageal function, acid exposure and reflux symptoms was assessed. Results Physiological measurements were obtained from 582 patients (median age 48, 56% female) of whom 406 (70%) completed symptom questionnaires. The prevalence of general obesity was greater in women (BMI30kg/m2; F 23%:M 16%; P=0.056), however more men had abdominal obesity (WC99 cm (M 41%:F 28%; P=0.001)). Oesophageal acid exposure increased with obesity (WC: R=0.284, P