The Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease Questionnaire in Adolescents: What Is the Best Cutoff Score?

Background: A self-assessment questionnaire, the GERD-Questionnaire (GERD-Q) was used to determine the prevalence of GERD in adolescents, describe the related factors, and determine the impact on quality of life (QoL). Methods: The incidence of GERD was evaluated using the GERD-Q in adolescents aged...

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Published in:Pediatric gastroenterology, hepatology & nutrition hepatology & nutrition, 2019, Vol.22 (4), p.341-349
Main Authors: Artanti, Dian, Hegar, Badriul, Kaswandani, Nastiti, Soedjatmiko, Soedjatmiko, Prayitno, Ari, Devaera, Yoga, Vandenplas, Yvan
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Language:Korean
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Summary:Background: A self-assessment questionnaire, the GERD-Questionnaire (GERD-Q) was used to determine the prevalence of GERD in adolescents, describe the related factors, and determine the impact on quality of life (QoL). Methods: The incidence of GERD was evaluated using the GERD-Q in adolescents aged 12-18 years. The Pediatric Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease Symptom Questionnaire and Quality of Life Questionnaire (PGSQ-A) for adolescents were additionally administered. Some factors considered related to GERD were also evaluated. Results: The 520 adolescents were included. The prevalence of suspected GERD, according to a GERD-Q cutoff score of ${\geq}7$ was 32.9%, and those drinking soda were 1.7 times more likely to have GERD (95% confidence interval, 1.3-2.2; p
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2234-8840