01.04.2016 | Review
Laryngopharyngeal reflux: diagnosis, treatment and latest research
Erschienen in: European Surgery | Ausgabe 2/2016
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Aim
A review of the recent changes in understanding of laryngopharyngeal and extra-oesophageal reflux symptoms.
Method
Literature search over 7 years (2008–2015) and relevant historical cited articles.
Results
Modern investigation more clearly shows a subgroup of patients with intermittent full column oesophago-gastric-reflux-causing symptoms. Multiple other sites in the lung, head and neck may also be implicated in the reflux disease process.
Conclusion
Understanding of extra-oesophageal reflux symptomology is evolving. New equipment and techniques suggest further areas of research, and as yet effective therapy remains elusive for some.
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