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    Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)results from Failure of the Upper Esophageal
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Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)results from Failure of the Upper Esophageal

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Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)results from failure of the upper esophageal sphincter (UES)to close completely after a meal.

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