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Correlation of reflux scintigraphy and 24-hour impedance/ pH in a cohort of refractory symptomatic patientsLeticia Burton1, Gregory Falk2, Karl Baumgart3, James Beattie4, Scott Simpson5, Hans Van der Wall11CNI Molecular Imaging and university of Notre Dame, Sydney, Australia2Sydney Heartburn Clinic and Sydney University, Sydney, Australia 3North Shore Medical Centre, Sydney, Australia 4Ryde Medical Centre, Sydney, Australia 5Sydney Adventis Hospital and Sydney University, Sydney, Australia INTRODUCTION: The role of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) in the aetiology of laryngopharyngeal reflux (LPR) is poorly understood and remains a controversial issue. 24-hour impedance monitoring has shown promise in the evaluation of LPR but is problematic in pharyngeal recording. We have shown the utility of scintigraphic studies in the detection of LPR and lung aspiration of refluxate. Correlative studies were obtained in patients with a strong history of LPR and severe GERD. Leticia Burton, Gregory Falk, Karl Baumgart, James Beattie, Scott Simpson, Hans Van der Wall. Correlation of reflux scintigraphy and 24-hour impedance/ pH in a cohort of refractory symptomatic patients. . 2020; 29(1): 7-16 Corresponding Author: Hans Van der Wall, Australia |
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