Laryngopharyngeal reflux: state of the art diagnosis and treatment

Otolaryngol Clin North Am. 2000 Aug;33(4):785-802. doi: 10.1016/s0030-6665(05)70244-9.

Abstract

Gastroesophageal reflux has been implicated in the pathogenesis of a wide variety of otolaryngologic disorders. Patients with otolaryngologic disorders associated with gastroesophageal reflux infrequently have the classic symptoms of gastroesophageal reflux, such as heartburn. Clinical presentation of laryngopharyngeal reflux is commonly characterized by chronic intermittent symptoms. A meticulous synthesis of the information obtained from a complete otolaryngologic examination, diagnostic tests, and response to treatment is essential for the efficient management of patients with otolaryngologic disorders associated with laryngopharyngeal reflux.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Esophagogastric Junction / physiopathology
  • Esophagoscopy / methods
  • Gastroesophageal Reflux / diagnosis*
  • Gastroesophageal Reflux / physiopathology
  • Gastroesophageal Reflux / therapy*
  • Humans
  • Hydrogen-Ion Concentration
  • Monitoring, Ambulatory