Disease-specific outcomes assessment for gastroesophageal reflux disease

Endoscopy is commonly performed to evaluate patients with symptoms of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). This review focuses on outcomes related to endoscopy in GERD. There is clear evidence that patients with GERD who have dysphagia are likely to benefit from endoscopy. In the vast majority of patients without dysphagia, the benefits of endoscopy are less certain and require further study.