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[Gastroesophageal reflux and obesity]
O Korn1, J Puentes, H Sagastume
1Departamento de Cirugía, Hospital Clínico de la Universidad de Chile.
Revista Medica De Chile
|June 1, 1997
Summary
This study found no link between overweight and gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). However, individuals with Barrett esophagus showed a higher body mass index compared to healthy controls.
Area of Science:
- Gastroenterology
- Obesity Research
- Epidemiology
Context:
- Gastroesophageal reflux (GER) is a common condition.
- The relationship between GER and overweight requires further investigation.
- Barrett esophagus is a known complication of chronic GER.
Purpose:
- To investigate the association between overweight and GER.
- To compare body mass index (BMI) in patients with GER and Barrett esophagus against healthy controls.
Summary:
- No significant difference in BMI was observed between healthy subjects and patients diagnosed with GER.
- A higher prevalence of overweight males and obese females was noted in the Barrett esophagus group compared to the control group.
- The study did not establish a direct association between overweight and GER but highlighted a higher BMI in Barrett esophagus patients.
Impact:
- Findings suggest that while GER may not be directly linked to overweight, Barrett esophagus patients exhibit higher BMI.
- This research contributes to understanding the complex interplay between obesity, GER, and esophageal conditions.
- Further research is warranted to explore the specific risk factors and mechanisms involved in Barrett esophagus development in relation to body weight.