J Gast Hepa Rep 2021
DOI: 10.47363/jghr/2021(2)127
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GERD is Common and Causes Significant Quality of Life Impairment: Results from Outpatients in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania

Abstract: Background: Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is reported to occur in 10-20% of general population in Western countries and in about 5% in Asian countries. There is little data regarding its prevalence, pattern, associated factors and impact on the quality of life in African countries. The aim of this study was to determine the prevalence, pattern, quality of life and factors associated with GERD among outpatients in the city of Dar es Salaam in Tanzania. Methods: Between 01 June 2013 and 31 July 2013, a … Show more

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