ArticleWorld journal of otorhinolaryngology - head and neck surgery2021
Laryngopharyngeal reflux disease, prevalence and clinical characteristics in ENT department of a tertiary hospital Tanzania.
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- Global burden of Laryngopharyngeal reflux disease: a systematic review of epidemiology, cost-burden and awareness.European archives of oto-rhino-laryngology : official journal of the European Federation of Oto-Rhino-Laryngological Societies (EUFOS) : affiliated with the German Society for Oto-Rhino-Laryngology - Head and Neck Surgery · 2026Review
- Gastroesophageal and laryngopharyngeal reflux symptoms in patients with primary acquired nasolacrimal duct obstruction and controls: a comparative study.International ophthalmology · 2026Article
- Fexuprazan and Esomeprazole in Patients with Disorders Associated with Acid Reflux: A Comprehensive Review and Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials.Journal of clinical medicine · 2026Review
- Reducing the Duration of 24-Hour Multichannel Intraluminal Impedance-pH Monitoring for Laryngopharyngeal Reflux.Otolaryngology--head and neck surgery : official journal of American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery · 2025Article
- Acid Assault: Unmasking the Toll of Laryngopharyngeal Reflux Disease on Vocal Health - A Literature Review.Indian journal of otolaryngology and head and neck surgery : official publication of the Association of Otolaryngologists of India · 2025Article
- Usefulness of the Reflux Symptom Index and Reflux Finding Score in the Management of Laryngopharyngeal Reflux.Indian journal of otolaryngology and head and neck surgery : official publication of the Association of Otolaryngologists of India · 2024Article
- Impact of Laryngopharyngeal Reflux in Patients with Voice Disorders.Indian journal of otolaryngology and head and neck surgery : official publication of the Association of Otolaryngologists of India · 2024Article
- Effect of Laryngopharyngeal Reflux Disease on Middle Ear Function: A Case-Control Study.Indian journal of otolaryngology and head and neck surgery : official publication of the Association of Otolaryngologists of India · 2024Article
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- Predictors of Early and Late Response to Esomezol and Lifestyle Modification in Adults With Laryngopharyngeal Reflux Disease: A Prospective, Multicenter, Open-Label Cohort Study.Clinical and experimental otorhinolaryngology · 2023Article
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- Laryngopharyngeal reflux induced sleep-related laryngospasm.Irish journal of medical science · 2023Article
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- Ear, nose and throat (ENT) manifestations and complications of reflux.Frontline gastroenterology · 2022Article
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Abstract
backgroundLaryngopharyngeal reflux disease (LPRD) is a condition with nonspecific symptoms and most of times patients present late with advanced disease which may predispose to malignancy. The magnitude and clinical characteristics of this condition are not well known among patients attending Otorhinolaryngology services in Tanzania. MATERIALS AND
methodsThis was a hospital based descriptive cross sectional study, conducted in the wards and clinics of Otorhinolaryngology department of Muhimbili National Hospital. Patients with symptoms of Laryngopharyngeal reflux disease were included in the study. Data was collected using questionnaires and clinical examination forms, were processed and analysed by using SPSS. Results presented in frequency tables, cross tabulations and figures.
resultsThis study recruited 256 participants among them males were 131(51.2%).The mean age was (41.38 ± 13.94) years. Prevalence of Laryngopharyngeal reflux disease was 18.4% without gender predilection. The commonest symptoms were globus sensation, hoarseness of voice and excessive urge to clear the throat with 95.7%, 88.1% and 83.0% respectively while the most observed signs were thick endolaryngeal mucus, Vocal cord oedema and partial ventricular obliteration with 90.9%, 88.6% and 72.7% respectively. Lying down less than two hours after meal and spices foods consumption were the leading risk factors. Hypertension and Diabetes Mellitus type 2 were the most prevalent co morbid conditions associated with Laryngopharyngeal reflux disease.
conclusionThe prevalence of Laryngopharyngeal reflux disease is high among patients attending Otorhinolaryngology services at Muhimbili national hospital. All patients with Laryngopharyngeal reflux disease related symptoms should get thorough evaluation for early diagnosis and treatment.
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