Major city study maps out who gets heartburn and why

NCT ID NCT06585176

Summary

This study aimed to understand how common acid reflux disease (GERD) is among residents of Xiamen, China, and to identify lifestyle or health factors that increase a person's risk. Researchers surveyed and examined 1,625 local residents who experienced frequent heartburn or regurgitation. The goal was to gather crucial local data to help guide future prevention and care strategies for this widespread digestive condition.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Zhongshan Hospital (Xiamen), Fudan University

    Xiamen, Fujian, 361015, China

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