Mechanisms of nocturnal gastroesophageal reflux events in obstructive sleep apnea
Purpose: Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is associated with increased nocturnal gastroesophageal reflux (nocturnal GER) events and symptoms. Treatment of OSA with continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) reduces nocturnal GER in patients with OSA. This study sought to determine the: (1) relationship...
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| Format: | Journal Article |
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2011
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| Online Access: | http://hdl.handle.net/20.500.11937/8669 |