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Five New Diagnostic Tools Revolutionize Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease Assessment

Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) diagnosis is set for a revolution with five new scoring tools: the AFS classification, Milan score, Phoenix score, cough reflux score, and Lyon score. These innovations enhance objectivity and reproducibility in assessing GERD, addressing the limitations of existing methods often clouded by symptom overlap. By enabling precise patient stratification and guiding tailored therapies, they aim to improve management and treatment outcomes for patients suffering from this prevalent condition.

Review by Siboni S, Sozzi M (…) Asti E et 2 al. in Rev Gastroenterol Mex (Engl Ed)

Copyright © 2025 Asociación Mexicana de Gastroenterología. Published by Masson Doyma México S.A. All rights reserved.

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