Backflow (reflux)of gastric contents into the esophagus is abbreviated as:
A) IBS.
B) CF.
C) LES.
D) GERD.
E) PUD.

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GERD stands for gastroesophageal reflux disease, which is characterized by the backflow of gastric contents into the esophagus. A) IBS stands for irritable bowel syndrome and is not related to reflux. B) CF stands for cystic fibrosis and is not related to reflux. C) LES stands for lower esophageal sphincter, which is the ring of muscle at the bottom of the esophagus that should prevent reflux, but dysfunction of this muscle is a common cause of GERD. E) PUD stands for peptic ulcer disease and is not related to reflux.

Backflow (Reflux)of Gastric Contents into the Esophagus Is Abbreviated As