GORD Flashcards

1
Q

Define GORD?

A

Immaturity of the lower oesophageal sphincter leading to stomach contents coming up

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What is the natural history of GORD?

A

Peaks around 4 months

Almost all resolves by 12 months and up to 80% of infants have GORD at 2 months old.

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