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This study evaluates MNBI in relation to GERD phenotypes, antisecretory medication use, symptomatology, and other covariates to validate its integration into recommendations in light of Lyon consensus updates. We conducted a retrospective analysis of 550 patients who underwent esophagogastroduodenoscopy and 24-hour pH-impedance testing. A multivariate linear model inferred the association between medication status and MNBI, adjusting for covariates. Interaction terms determined moderation of patient medication status on MNBI by other clinical covariates. Medication status significantly influenced MNBI, independent of covariates. Medicated patients had mean MNBI 0.52 k\u03a9 greater (95% CI: 0.27\u20137.8, P\u2009&amp;lt;\u20090.001) than non-medicated patients. MNBI was 0.78 k\u03a9 lower (95% CI: \u22121.2 to \u22120.41, P\u2009&amp;lt;\u20090.001) in patients with erosive disease and 1.0 k\u03a9 lower (95% CI: \u22121.5 to \u22120.5, P\u2009&amp;lt;\u20090.001) in those with Barrett\u2019s esophagus. Additionally, MNBI decreased by 0.02 k\u03a9 for every one-unit body mass index increase (95% CI: \u22120.04 to \u22120.01, P\u2009=\u20090.006). This study validates lower MNBI as a potential surrogate marker for GERD, particularly in more erosive presentations. Increased MNBI in medicated patients highlights antisecretory therapy as a potential confounding factor, reinforming the need for off-therapy testing. The study is strengthened by its large population, though limited by retrospectivity. 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