Analyzing the correlation between gastroesophageal reflux disease and anxiety and depression based on ordered logistic regression.

ABSTRACT: Numerous studies have indicated a connection between psychiatric symptoms, specifically anxiety and depression, and gastroesophageal reflux. However, the precise nature of the link between the severity of gastroesophageal reflux disease and the severity of anxiety and depression remains uncertain. Here, we gathered 24-h pH monitoring data and baseline patient information from a cohort of 518 individuals. Additionally, we evaluated their psychological well-being using the Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale. The relationship between baseline characteristics and varying degrees of anxiety, depression, and gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) was assessed using R software version 4.1.3 and logistic regression models. The findings indicate a statistically significant variation in anxiety l

SUBMITTER: Li Q 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10951219 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature