GORD, Hiatus Hernia, Reflux and Barrett’s Oesophagus Gord is usually associated with excessive exposure of the oesophagus to gastric acid.  Acid reflux occurs through a relatively incompetent lower oesophageal sphincter that is commonly associated with hiatus hernia.  Under normal circumstances acid reflux is prevented by the contraction of the lower oesophageal sphincter together with muscular activity … Continue reading GORD, Hiatus Hernia, Reflux and Barrett’s Oesophagus