What question did this study set out to answer?

To evaluate the accuracy of symptom assessment and the importance of physiologic testing in diagnosing unproven GERD.

March 10, 2026Open Access

Phenotyping and symptom diagnostic accuracy in unproven gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD): An experience from Saudi GI Motility Labs

AMAlzahrani MaAsir Central Hospital IAIbrahim Mohammed AlmanjahiAsir Central Hospital AAAbdullah AlquziAsir Central Hospital

Key Points

To evaluate the accuracy of symptom assessment and the importance of physiologic testing in diagnosing unproven GERD.
Analysis of patient data from Saudi GI Motility Labs
Assessment of symptom profiles in patients with unproven GERD
Comparison of symptom-based diagnosis with physiologic testing results
High sensitivity of typical GERD symptoms for screening purposes
Recurrent heartburn (RH) and food hypersensitivity (FH) are common in unproven GERD cases
Integrated physiologic testing improves diagnostic accuracy and guides treatment planning

Abstract

RH and FH predominate in patients with unproven GERD. Symptom assessment alone is insufficient for accurate diagnosis, although typical symptoms retain screening value due to their high sensitivity. These findings highlight the need for integrated physiologic testing to guide precise phenotyping and individualized management.

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