Clin Endosc.  2021 Jul;54(4):451-452. 10.5946/ce.2021.190.

In Which Situation is Endoscopic Radiofrequency Anti-Reflux Therapy (Stretta) Effective for Controlling Gastroesophageal Reflux Symptoms?

• Jung HY

• KMID: 2518845
• DOI: http://doi.org/10.5946/ce.2021.190

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