Active clinical trials for "Laryngopharyngeal Reflux"

The hypothesis of this study is that a gastroesophageal reflux recommended treatment with proton pump inhibitor (dose and duration) compared to placebo significantly reduces both the signs and symptoms of laryngopharyngeal reflux and comorbid chronic rhinosinusitis. Primary objective was to determine whether 8 weeks of treatment with omeprazole 20 mg ones daily (OD) significantly reduces the signs and symptoms of laryngopharyngeal reflux when compared to placebo in patients with laryngopharyngeal reflux with comorbid chronic rhinosinusitis. Secondary objectives were to determine whether 8 weeks of treatment with omeprazole 20 mg OD significantly reduces the signs and symptoms of comorbid chronic rhinosinusitis in patients with laryngopharyngeal reflux when compared to matching placebo; and to investigate the association of the severity of signs and symptoms of laryngopharyngeal reflux with the ones of chronic rhinosinusitis in the same group of patients. The research was carried out as a double blind randomized placebo controlled trial. Patients were randomized into two groups in an approximate 1:1 ratio using a concealed random sequence. After randomization and initial assessment treatment was initialized. Patients on active treatment were given omeprazole 20 mg once daily half an hour before breakfast for 8 weeks, while those in the placebo group were given matching placebo tablets using the same regimen for 8 weeks as the group on the active treatment. Patients were reassessed at the end of treatment for signs and symptoms of laryngopharyngeal reflux and comorbid chronic rhinosinusitis.

Laryngopharyngeal reflux (LPR) is the retrograde movement of gastric contents into the larynx, pharynx and upper aerodigestive tract. The symptoms and manifestations are very changeable and non specific. Pharyngeal and Oesophageal pH-impedance may help to detect these reflux and to identify patients with abnormal LPR. To compare and describe the results of pharyngeal and oesophageal pH-impedance of patients with high suspicion of laryngopharyngeal reflux, with the results of healthy patients.

The primary objective of this trial is to show that an hypoallergenic infant starter formula containing starch and the probiotic L. reuteri decreases the severity of regurgitation/spitting-up in infants presenting regurgitation/spitting-up , and who have taken it for 4 weeks, in comparison with a standard infant starter formula.

The purpose of the study is to determine if tissue changes are predictor of clinical response to therapy. The hypothesis is that the patients who have laryngeal signs and symptoms related to acid reflux, will have ultrastructural changes on a laryngeal biopsy which are predictors of response to therapy.

We hypothesize that tissue and salivary pepsin will resolve after 12 weeks use of Reza Band, but not following standard of care alone. Additionally, RFS, RSI and inflammatory cytokines (IL -1β, -6, and -8) will decrease to normative levels following 12 weeks use of Reza Band, but not with standard of care alone. Primary Objective The primary objective is to evaluate the efficacy of the Reza Band for the treatment of LPR. We propose a pilot clinical trial to test the hypothesis that the Reza Band is effective for the treatment of LPR, measured by resolution of pepsin and decrease to normative values for RSI, Reflux Finding Score (RFS) and inflammatory cytokines. The long-term goal is to determine the efficacy of the Reza Band in the sequential progression of reflux-attributed laryngeal inflammatory and neoplastic disease.

The aim of the project is to define the frequency with which EER is present in patient with chronic rhinosinusitis (CHR). The measurement will be carried out with a 24-hour monitoring of the pH using the Restech system. This modern device is equipped with a narrow antimony probe. The sensor is able to record not only liquid but also aerosol reflux episodes. The second aim is to determine the relation among EER, CHR and asthma bronchiale. We will compare the presence of reflux in three different patient groups (1. CHR without nasal polyposis, without asthma bronchiale or ASA syndrome, 2. CHR with nasal polyposis, without asthma bronchiale or ASA syndrome, 3. CHR with nasal polyposis and asthma bronchiale and/or ASA syndrome). We expect to find a significantly more frequent presence of EER in patients with CHR and asthma bronchiale or ASA syndrome. In case our hypothesis is confirmed, it will be especially these patients(with a difficult to manage nasal polyposis) benefiting from the antireflux therapy.

The purpose of the study is to determine the safety and effectiveness of non-invasive Reza Band UES Assist Device for the treatment of esophagopharyngeal reflux with extra-esophageal symptoms (chronic cough, choking, aspiration, chronic post nasal drip, globus, sore throat, throat clearing).

Although laryno-pharyngeal reflux (LPR) and gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) differ in symptoms and treatment, they are diagnosed by the same standard 24-hour pH monitoring system which measures liquid reflux in the esophagus. The investigators are evaluating a new 24-hour pharyngeal pH monitoring system by Restech which can measure acid exposure in the airway and can be used specifically for LPR diagnosis. The purpose of this study is to determine whether the Restech device is more effective than standard pH monitoring in predicting the response to proton pump inhibitor (PPI) acid suppression therapy using Dexlansoprazole in patients with symptoms and/or manifestations of LPR.

This study will be a prospective, randomized, unblinded but controlled trial. Patients presenting to the Otolaryngology clinic who are diagnosed with laryngopharyngeal reflux disorder related dysphonia and meet inclusion criteria will be eligible to enroll in the study. Subjects will be randomized to one of three treatment arms, voice therapy, anti-reflux therapy, or a combination of voice therapy and anti-reflux therapy. Reflux symptom index (RSI) scores, reflux finding scores (RFS), voice handicap index-10 (VHI-10) scores, and consensus auditory perceptual evaluation-voice (CAPE-V) scores will be compared prior to initiation of therapy as well as at 1, 2, and 3 months following initiation of treatment.

The primary purpose of this study was to establish the psychometric properties of a new disease specific Quality of Life questionnaire, the LPR-HRQL. The specific properties of the questionnaire that were evaluated were: validity, reliability, and responsiveness to change (as a measure of treatment effect).