Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease, CTCAE

**Semantic type:** Finding

**Definition:** A disorder characterized by reflux of the gastric and/or duodenal contents into the distal esophagus. It is chronic in nature and usually caused by incompetence of the lower esophageal sphincter, and may result in injury to the esophageal mucosal. Symptoms include heartburn and acid indigestion.

**Synonyms:** - Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease - Gastroesophageal reflux disease - Gastroesophageal reflux disease