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Impact of gastroesophageal reflux disease on work absenteeism, presenteeism and productivity in daily life: a European observational study
Health and Quality of Life Outcomes , 10/21/09
Gisbert JP et al. – GERD places a significant burden on primary care patients, in terms of work absenteeism and presenteeism and in daily life. The resulting costs to the local economy may be substantial. Improved management of GERD could be expected to lessen the impact of GERD on productivity and reduce costs.
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