At his annual medical check-up, Jim was diagnosed with gastroesophageal reflux. Which medical condition may be the cause of Jim's condition?

A) ?inhibition of peristalsis
B) ?overactive cardiac sphincter activity
C) ?overactive pyloric sphincter activity
D) ?defective lower esophageal sphincter activity


D

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