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See Latest ArticlesComparison of reflux esophagitis and its complications between African Americans and non-Hispanic whites
World Journal of Gastroenterology, 06/19/09
Vega KJ et al. - Distribution of RE grade and frequency of reflux-related esophageal ulcer, stricture and hiatal hernia are similar in non-Hispanic whites and African Americans. Heartburn was more frequently and nausea/vomiting less frequently reported as the primary endoscopic indication in non-Hispanic whites compared with African Americans with erosive esophagitis or its complications. African Americans have a decreased prevalence of Barrett's esophagus compared with non-Hispanic whites.
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