Endoscopic Therapy in Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD): Current Evidence, Techniques, and Future Perspectives

Dear Colleagues,

Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) remains one of the most prevalent gastrointestinal disorders worldwide, often leading to impaired quality of life and long-term complications. While pharmacologic therapy and surgical interventions have been standard management approaches, the emergence of endoscopic therapy offers a minimally invasive and increasingly effective alternative.

This Special Issue aims to highlight advances in endoscopic modalities, including radiofrequency ablation, transoral incisionless fundoplication, and endoscopic suturing techniques. Emphasis will be placed on patient selection, clinical outcomes, safety, durability, and comparisons with established medical and surgical treatments.

We welcome original research, clinical trials, and comprehensive reviews that expand the clinical evidence base and explore the evolving role of endoscopic therapy in GERD management within modern clinical practice.

Prof. Pier Alberto Testoni
Guest Editor

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