Significance of non-erosive minimal esophageal lesions in gastro-esophageal reflux disorder.

Background: Non-erosive reflux disorder, which represents more than 60% of gastro-esophageal reflux disorders, lacks objective parameters for diagnosis. The purpose of this study was to evaluate the correlation between non-erosive minimal lesions at the lower esophagus and gastro-esophageal reflux disorder.

Methods: Patients were asked to answer a symptom questionnaire.