Gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GORD) is common in the general population and is diagnosed based on patient-reported symptoms and clinical tests. Although clinical tests are available, significant percentages of patients report symptoms of heartburn and reflux despite negative endoscopies,...

Congestive heart failure (CHF) is a chronic disorder characterised by fatigue, shortness of breath and congestion. Treatment is designed to relieve symptoms, halt or delay progression of the disease, prolong life and, ultimately, improve quality of life. The purpose of this paper is to identify...