PELLEGATTA G.

The most recent iteration of the classifications for functional esophageal disorders, Rome IV, proposed relevant modifications of the previous definitions for Rome III. They specifically considered increased esophageal acid exposure as the marker of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), including the remaining part of non-erosive reflux...

Background: Eosinophilic oesophagitis (EoE) may lead to severe complications if not promptly recognised. Aims: To assess the diagnostic delay in patients with EoE and to explore its risk factors. Methods: EoE patients followed-up at eight clinics were included via retrospective chart review. Diagnostic delay was estimated as the time lapse...