label: Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease, CTCAE
label_lc: gastroesophageal reflux disease, ctcae
description: "A disorder characterized by reflux of the gastric and/or duodenal contents into the distal esophagus. It is chronic in nature and usually caused by incompetence of the lower esophageal sphincter, and may result in injury to the esophageal mucosal. Symptoms include heartburn and acid indigestion."