One of the most common reasons for failed treatment of esophageal diseases is inadequate medication dosage. This applies in particular to gastro-esophageal reflux disease (GERD). In many cases, however, the adoption of unrealistic therapeutic aims or inappropriate target criteria may play a role. Last, but not least, adequate compliance on the part of the patient is a prerequisite for successful treatment. In any case of resistance to treatment, it is recommended that the diagnosis be checked, and the algorithms on how to proceed issued by the specialist associations (re-)consulted.
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