Comprehension and awareness of symptoms in women with dyspepsia

Vakil, Nimish; Zanten, Sander Veldhuyzen van; Chang, Lin; Tóth, Gábor; Sherman, Jerome; Fraser, M.R.; Cohard-Radice, Marielle

doi:10.1111/j.1365-2036.2005.02699.x

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“…In a study carried out in the Czech Republic, 17% prevalence of gastrointestinal symptoms was registered among the general popu lation, and the prevalence of FD was higher among women (41,47) , similar results have been observed in our study.…”

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Prevalence of dyspeptic symptoms and heartburn of adults in Belo Horizonte, Brazil

Almeida

Martins

Cunha

et al. 2017

Arq. Gastroenterol.

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-Background -Medical literature has shown dyspepsia and heartburn related symptoms occur among 15% to 40% of the population. These symptoms can occur at any age and are more prevalent in women. Objective -Investigate the prevalence of dyspeptic symptoms and heartburn among individuals over 18. Methods -Individuals over 18 were randomly selected in public venues in Belo Horizonte/MG to participate. A standardized questionnaire that included questions related to social demographic characteristics, eating habits, digestive symptoms, medical appointments, medi cations, exams, previous surgeries and comorbidities was applied. A questionnaire about functional dyspepsia diagnosis (Rome III) was also applied.Results -A total of 548 individuals were interviewed. Among these, 58.4% were women, 59.3% were white, 55.9% were single and the average age was 36 years. Within this group, 376 individuals (68.6%) declared to have some symptom and/or use medication to relieve dyspepsia symptoms, and for these patients were applied the Rome III questionnaire. Based on the diagnostic criteria for the questionnaire proposed by the Rome III consensus, the symptom of postprandial fullness was reported by 6.7% of the individuals, early satiety (3.5%) and epigastric pain (10.6%). The overlap of these symptoms was very frequent. The prevalence of functional dyspepsia was 10.6% (postprandial discomfort syndrome (8.2%) and epigastric pain syndrome (2.4%). Among all participants, 52.5% reported heartburn, and 11.1% presented this symptom at least once a week. The most used drug was omeprazole. Conclusion -The prevalence of dyspeptic symptoms and heartburn among a Brazilian adult urban population is similar to those described in other countries. HEADINGS -Dyspepsia, diagnosis. Heartburn. Consenso.

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confidence: 79%

Prevalence of dyspeptic symptoms and heartburn of adults in Belo Horizonte, Brazil

Almeida

Martins

Cunha

et al. 2017

Arq. Gastroenterol.

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“…7,36 In a recent study conducted in the US, 70% of subjects with stomach or digestive problems had never heard of the term 'dyspepsia'. 37 In the same study, the location of symptoms was often misinterpreted when described as 'central upper abdominal pain ⁄ discomfort', with subjects tending to relate this description to their chest area. 37 In our study, the data from the factor analysis suggests that 'burning', irrespective of whether it is burning behind the breastbone or burning in the upper stomach, represents a strong indicator of GERD symptomatology in contrast to 'pain', where the perceived location reported by patients suggests either GERD (pain behind the breastbone) or dyspepsia (pain in the upper stomach).…”

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Symptom overlap in patients with upper gastrointestinal complaints in the Canadian confirmatory acid suppression test (CAST) study: further psychometric validation of the reflux disease questionnaire

Zanten

Armstrong

Barkun

et al. 2007

Aliment Pharmacol Ther

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“…Our survey data suggest that there is a need for a common terminology that defines the terminology and associations of gastro-esophageal reflux disease. A recent global consensus has provided definitions and a classification of gastro-esophageal reflux disease that may help address some of the needs identified by this study [25] .…”

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“…Another recent study demonstrated that patient understanding of symptoms related to the upper gastrointestinal tract is limited and that the terminology of upper gastrointestinal symptoms used in clinical practice is variable [25] . Our data suggest that there is a need for further education regarding GERD in primary care.…”

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An International Primary Care Survey of GERD Terminology and Guidelines

Vakil

Malfertheiner

Salis

et al. 2008

Dig Dis

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Background: Terminology used to describe upper gastrointestinal disorders differs by country and language. However, the extent of variation in physician understanding of GERD and associated conditions and symptoms is not known. Aim: To determine the knowledge of primary care physicians with regard to: terminology related to GERD, their understanding of related complications and extra-esophageal symptoms/conditions, and their use of guidelines relating to GERD. Methods: Gastroenterologists from 17 countries asked primary care physician colleagues to complete a one-page online survey on GERD. Results: 352 primary care physicians, (77% community-based, 23% hospital-based) completed the questionnaire. Gastroesophageal reflux disease/GERD (84%) or reflux/reflux disease (47%) were the terms mostly often used to record a diagnosis for patients with reflux-related symptoms or clinical manifestations; dyspepsia (15%), epigastric pain (10%), and gastritis (9%) were infrequently used. Erosive esophagitis, Barrett’s esophagus, stricture, and esophageal adenocarinoma were recognized as being associated with GERD by 88, 71, 61 and 51% of physicians, respectively. Extra-esophageal problems of cough, sleep-related disorders, laryngitis and asthma were recognized to be associated with GERD by 74, 50, 48 and 47% of respondents. Thirty-nine percent of physicians stated that they did not use a specific definition of GERD; 33% used an international and 14% used a national guideline in managing patients. Conclusions: (1) GERD is well recognized, but its related terminology is variable throughout the world. (2) There was variable and incomplete recognition of extra-esophageal manifestations GERD. (3) Recognition of extra-esophageal diseases caused by GERD is variable. (4) Current GERD guidelines are infrequently used by primary care physicians.

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Comprehension and awareness of symptoms in women with dyspepsia

Cited by 18 publications

References 17 publications

Prevalence of dyspeptic symptoms and heartburn of adults in Belo Horizonte, Brazil

Prevalence of dyspeptic symptoms and heartburn of adults in Belo Horizonte, Brazil

Symptom overlap in patients with upper gastrointestinal complaints in the Canadian confirmatory acid suppression test (CAST) study: further psychometric validation of the reflux disease questionnaire

An International Primary Care Survey of GERD Terminology and Guidelines

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