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Gastroenterol. latinoam ; 30(supl.1): S44-S48, 2019. tab
Article in Spanish | LILACS | ID: biblio-1116441

ABSTRACT

The prevalence of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) seems to increase in the elderly population, being more severe and associating more complications than younger subjects. A high frequency of atypical symptoms (chest pain, dysphagia, vomiting, and respiratory symptoms) and less frequently heartburn and / or regurgitation that are of mild intensity are described, due to the decrease of the visceral sensitivity of the esophagus with age, which delays the diagnosis. Factors associated with aging predispose to the development of GERD in the geriatric population: the reduction of salivary flow and bicarbonate secretion, alterations in esophageal motility and the greater frequency of hiatal hernias are some of them. Given the high frequency of complications of reflux (erosive esophagitis, Barrett's esophagus, stenosis and ulcers, and esophageal cancer), elderly patients benefit from an early endoscopic study. Its management must be aggressive and start with changes in lifestyle and dietary modifications. Proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) continue to be the first line of pharmacological treatment as well as in the youngest population. Surgical treatment is reserved in selected patients considering risks/benefits.


La prevalencia de la enfermedad por reflujo gastroesofágico (ERGE) parece aumentar en la población adulto mayor, siendo más severa y asociando más complicaciones que en los sujetos más jóvenes. Clínicamente se caracteriza una alta frecuencia de síntomas atípicos (dolor torácico, disfagia, vómitos, síntomas respiratorios) y menos frecuentemente por pirosis y/o regurgitación que son de leve intensidad, debido a la disminución de la sensibilidad visceral del esófago con la edad, lo que hace retardar el diagnóstico. Factores asociados al envejecimiento predisponen al desarrollo de ERGE en la población geriátrica: la disminución de la secreción salival y de bicarbonato, las alteraciones de la motilidad esofágica y la mayor frecuencia de hernias hiatales, son algunos de ellos. Dada la alta frecuencia de complicaciones del reflujo (esofagitis erosiva, esófago de Barrett, estenosis y úlceras y cáncer de esófago), los pacientes adultos mayores se benefician de un estudio endoscópico precoz. Su manejo debe ser agresivo e iniciar con cambios de estilo de vida y modificaciones dietarias. Los inhibidores de bomba de protones (IBP) siguen siendo la primera línea de tratamiento farmacológico al igual que en la población más joven. El tratamiento quirúrgico queda reservado en pacientes seleccionados considerando riesgos/beneficios.


Subject(s)
Humans , Aging , Gastroesophageal Reflux/diagnosis , Gastroesophageal Reflux/therapy , Gastroesophageal Reflux/physiopathology , Risk Factors , Age Factors
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Arq. gastroenterol ; 55(supl.1): 13-17, Nov. 2018. tab, graf
Article in English | LILACS | ID: biblio-973915

ABSTRACT

ABSTRACT Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is the most common disease of the upper gastrointestinal tract in the Western world. GERD pathophysiology is multifactorial. Different mechanisms may contribute to GERD including an increase in the transdiaphragmatic pressure gradient (TPG). The pathophysiology of GERD linked to TPG is not entirely understood. This review shows that TPG is an important contributor to GERD even when an intact esophagogastric barrier is present in the setting of obesity and pulmonary diseases.


RESUMO A doença do refluxo gastroesofágico (DRGE) é a enfermidade mais comum do trato digestivo alto no mundo ocidental. A fisiopatologia da DRGE é multifatorial. Diferentes mecanismos podem contribuir para um aumento do gradiente pressórico transdiafragmático (GPT). A fisiopatologia da DRGE associada ao GPT não é totalmente compreendida. Esta revisão enfoca que o GPT é um importante contribuinte para DRGE mesmo na presença de uma barreira gastroesofágica intacta como na obesidade e doenças pulmonares crônicas.


Subject(s)
Humans , Gastroesophageal Reflux/physiopathology , Esophageal Sphincter, Lower/physiopathology , Esophagogastric Junction/physiopathology , Gastroesophageal Reflux/etiology , Risk Factors , Lung Diseases/complications , Lung Diseases/physiopathology , Manometry , Obesity/complications , Obesity/physiopathology
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Rev. chil. enferm. respir ; 34(2): 111-117, ago. 2018. tab
Article in Spanish | LILACS | ID: biblio-959415

ABSTRACT

Resumen El reflujo gastroesofágico (RGE) y la aspiración oculta de contenido digestivo están probablemente implicados en la etiopatogenia y progresión de la fibrosis pulmonar idiopática (FPI). Los mecanismos patogénicos involucrados son la disminución de la distensibilidad pulmonar y el consiguiente aumento de la presión negativa intratorácica durante la inspiración, así como la disminución de los mecanismos de control de la motilidad esofágica o del tono del esfínter esofágico inferior. La prevalencia de RGE y anomalías de la motilidad esofágica están aumentadas en los pacientes con FPI comparado con la población general. Entre los pacientes con FPI, el 67-76% demostraron exposición anormal al contenido ácido en el esófago. Sin embargo, no hubo relación entre la gravedad del RGE y la gravedad de la FPI. Los estudios que han examinado el tratamiento antirreflujo en esta población han sido escasos. Incluso, algunos datos sugieren que el tratamiento antiácido puede ser perjudicial en algunos pacientes con esta condición. Después de analizar toda la evidencia relevante encontrada hasta la fecha, concluimos que no se puede establecer una relación causal entre el RGE, la aspiración del contenido gástrico y la patogénesis de la FPI. Además, existe escasa evidencia clínica que haya examinado el tratamiento antirreflujo en pacientes con fibrosis pulmonar idiopática.


ABSTRACT Gastroesophageal reflux (GERD) and hidden aspiration of gastric contents are probably involved in the pathogenesis and progression of idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF). The pathological mechanisms involved are decreased pulmonary distensibility and consequent increase of intrathoracic negative pressure during inspiration, as well as decreased control mechanisms of esophageal motility or lower esophageal sphincter. The prevalence of GERD and oesophageal dysmotility was higher in patients with IPF as compared with general population. Among patients with IPF, 67-76% demonstrated abnormal oesophageal acid exposure. However, no relationship was demonstrated between severity of GERD and severity of IPF. Data are scant on outcomes of antireflux treatment in patients with IPF. Actually, some data suggests that antacid treatment may be deleterious in some IPF patients. After analyzing all the relevant evidence found to date, a causal relationship between GERD, gastric content aspiration and IPF pathogenesis cannot be established. There is scant evidence examining antireflux treatment in idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis patients.


Subject(s)
Humans , Gastroesophageal Reflux/complications , Gastroesophageal Reflux/physiopathology , Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis/etiology , Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis/physiopathology , Respiratory Aspiration of Gastric Contents/complications , Esophageal Motility Disorders/diagnosis , Esophageal Motility Disorders/pathology , Disease Progression , Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis/genetics , Respiratory Aspiration of Gastric Contents/etiology , Antacids
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Rev. chil. cir ; 70(5): 480-487, 2018. tab, ilus
Article in Spanish | LILACS | ID: biblio-978019

ABSTRACT

Resumen La gastrectomía vertical tubular (GVT) o en manga ha sido validada como un procedimiento bariátrico efectivo para tratar pacientes con obesidad mórbida. Se han descrito modificaciones anatómicas y fisiopatológicas en la unión esofagogástrica que pueden estar relacionados con patogénesis de la enfermedad por reflujo gastroesofágico. En este artículo se muestran los resultados de nuestra propia experiencia y de la literatura respecto de los cambios en la función esofágica y gástrica, la prueba de reflujo ácido, los estudios endoscópicos y radiológicos en pacientes sometidos a GVT. Se concluye que la GVT puede presentar cambios anatómicos y fisiopatológicos que se asocian a la aparición de enfermedad por reflujo gastroesofágico.


Tubular vertical gastrectomy (GVT) or sleeve gastrectomy has been validated as an effective bariatric procedure to treat patients with morbid obesity. Anatomical and pathophysiological changes have been described in the esophagogastric junction that may be related to the pathogenesis of gastroesophageal reflux disease. This article shows the results of our own experience and the literature regarding changes in esophageal and gastric function, the acid reflux test, endoscopic and radiological studies in patients undergoing GVT. It is concluded that GVT can present anatomical and physiopathological changes that are associated with the appearance of gastroesophageal reflux disease.


Subject(s)
Humans , Gastroesophageal Reflux/etiology , Gastrectomy/adverse effects , Gastroesophageal Reflux/physiopathology , Gastrectomy/methods , Hydrogen-Ion Concentration , Manometry
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Braz. j. otorhinolaryngol. (Impr.) ; 83(3): 356-363, May-June 2017. tab
Article in English | LILACS | ID: biblio-889259

ABSTRACT

Abstract Introduction: The relationship between gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and chronic rhinosinusitis (CRS) is still a controversial issue in literature. Objective: A systematic review of the association between these two diseases in adult patients. Methods: Systematic review in PubMed and Cochrane Database with articles published between 1951 and 2015. We included all articles that specifically studied the relationship between CRS and GERD. Results: Of the 436 articles found, only 12 met the inclusion criteria. Eight cross-sectional articles suggest a relation between CRS and GERD, especially on CRS that is refractory to clinical or surgical treatment. However, the groups are small and methodologies are different. Four other longitudinal studies have assessed the effect of treatment with proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) on the improvement of symptoms of CRS, but the results were conflicting. Conclusions: There seems to be relative prevalence of reflux with intractable CRS. There is still a lack of controlled studies with a significant number of patients to confirm this hypothesis. Few studies specifically assess the impact of treatment of reflux on symptom improvement in patients with CRS.


Resumo Introdução: A relação entre a Doença do Refluxo Gastroesofágico (DRGE) e a Rinossinusite Crônica (RSC) ainda é tema de controvérsia em literatura. Objetivo: Revisão sistemática sobre a associação entre essas duas doenças em pacientes adultos. Método: Revisão sistemática no Pubmed e Cochrane Database com os artigos publicados entre 1951 e 2015. Foram incluídos todos os artigos que estudassem especificamente a relação entre RSC e DRGE. Resultados: Dos 436 artigos encontrados, apenas 12 satisfaziam os critérios de inclusão. Oito artigos transversais sugerem relação da RSC com a DRGE, especialmente sobre a RSC refratária a tratamento clínico ou cirúrgico prévio. No entanto, os grupos são pequenos e as metodologias são muito diferentes. Outros quatro estudos longitudinais avaliaram o efeito do tratamento com Inibidores de Bomba de Prótons (IBP) sobre a melhora a dos sintomas de RSC, porém os resultados foram discordantes. Conclusões: Parece haver relação de prevalência de refluxo e RSC de difícil controle. Ainda faltam estudos controlados com um número expressivo de pacientes para que se confirme essa hipótese. São escassos os estudos que avaliem especificamente o impacto do tratamento de refluxo na melhora dos sintomas em pacientes com RSC.


Subject(s)
Humans , Adult , Sinusitis/complications , Gastroesophageal Reflux/complications , Rhinitis/complications , Sinusitis/physiopathology , Gastroesophageal Reflux/physiopathology , Gastroesophageal Reflux/drug therapy , Rhinitis/physiopathology , Chronic Disease
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Arq. gastroenterol ; 53(3): 130-135, tab
Article in English | LILACS | ID: lil-787351

ABSTRACT

ABSTRACT Background - Gastroesophageal reflux disease is the most common esophageal disorder in pediatrics. Objective - The aim of this study was to compare reflux parameters of typical and atypical symptoms of gastroesophageal reflux disease using 24-hour esophageal pH monitoring and multichannel intraluminal impedance in pediatric population. Methods - In this prospective study, 43 patients aged less than 18 year with suspected gastroesophageal reflux disease were enrolled. The patients were divided into two groups based on the main presenting symptoms (typical versus atypical). Twenty four-hour pH monitoring and multichannel intraluminal impedance were performed in all the patients for comparing these two group regarding association of symptoms and reflux. Number of refluxes, pH related reflux, total reflux time, reflux more than 5 minutes, longest time of the reflux, lowest pH at reflux, reflux index were recorded and compared. Data comparison was done using SPSS. Results - The mean age of the patients was 5.7±3.4 years and 65.1% were male. Out of 43 patients 24 cases had typical symptoms and 19 had atypical symptoms. The mean reflux events detected by multichannel intraluminal impedance was more than mean reflux events detected by pH monitoring (308.4±115.8 vs 69.7±66.6) with P value of 0.037, which is statistically significant. The mean symptom index and symptom association probability were 35.01% ± 20.78% and 86.42% ± 25.79%, respectively in multichannel intraluminal impedance versus 12.73% ± 12.48% and 45.16% ± 42.29% in pH monitoring (P value <0.001). Number of acid reflux was 46.26±47.16 and 30.9±22.09 for atypical and typical symptoms respectively. The mean symptom index was 18.12% ± 13.101% and 8.30% ± 10.301% in atypical and typical symptoms respectively (P=0.034). Bolus clearance was longer in atypical symptoms compared typical symptoms(P<0.05). Conclusion - Symptom index was significantly higher in atypical symptoms compared to typical symptoms. Higher number of acid reflux was found in children with atypical symptoms of reflux. Longer duration of bolus clearance was found in group with atypical symptoms of reflux.


RESUMO Contexto - O refluxo gastroesofágico é a doença esofágica mais comum em Pediatria. Objetivo - O objetivo deste estudo foi comparar parâmetros de refluxo em pacientes com sintomas típicos e atípicos de refluxo gastroesofágico na população pediátrica usando impedância intraluminal multicanal e monitoramento 24 horas do pH esofágico. Métodos - Neste estudo prospectivo, 43 pacientes com idade inferior a 18 anos com suspeita de refluxo gastroesofágico foram observados. Os pacientes foram divididos em dois grupos com base nos principais sintomas de apresentação (típicos versus atípicos). Foram realizados em todos os pacientes, monitoramento de 24 horas do pH e impedância intraluminal multicanal para comparar esses dois grupos em relação a associação de sintomas e refluxo. Número de refluxos, pH relacionados com refluxo, tempo total de refluxo, refluxo maior do que 5 minutos, tempo mais longo de refluxo, pH mais baixo no refluxo, índice de refluxo foram registrados e comparados. Comparação de dados foi feita usando SPSS. Resultados - A idade média dos pacientes foi 5.7±3.4 anos e 65,1% eram do sexo masculino. Dos 43 pacientes, 24 tinham sintomas típicos e 19 atípicos. A média de eventos de refluxo detectados por impedância intraluminal multicanal foi maior do que a detectada pelo monitoramento do pH (308.4±115.8 vs 69.7±66.6) com P=0,037, que é estatisticamente significativo. O índice médio de sintoma e a probabilidade de associação do sintoma foram 35.01% ± 20.78% e 86.42% ± 25.79%, respectivamente em impedância intraluminal multicanal contra 12,73% ± 12,48% e 45% ± 42,29% em monitoramento do pH (P valor < 0,001). O número de refluxos ácidos foi 46,26±47,16 e 30,9±22,09 para sintomas típicos e atípicos, respectivamente. O índice médio de sintoma foi de 18,12% ± 13,101% e 8,30% ± 10,301% em sintomas típicos e atípicos em respectivamente P=0,034). A limpeza do bolus foi maior no grupo de sintomas atípicos quando comparados a sintomas típicos. (P<0,05) Conclusão -O Índice de sintoma foi significativamente maior nos pacientes com sintomas atípicos em comparação com os de sintomas típicos. Maior número de refluxos ácidos foi encontrado em crianças com sintomas atípicos de refluxo. Maior duração da limpeza do bolus foi encontrada no grupo com sintomas atípicos de refluxo.


Subject(s)
Humans , Male , Female , Infant , Child, Preschool , Child , Adolescent , Gastroesophageal Reflux/diagnosis , Electric Impedance , Esophageal pH Monitoring/methods , Time Factors , Gastroesophageal Reflux/physiopathology , Prospective Studies , Symptom Assessment/methods
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Int. j. med. surg. sci. (Print) ; 3(1): 795-809, 2016. ilus
Article in Spanish | LILACS | ID: lil-790608

ABSTRACT

La enfermedad por reflujo gastroesofágico (ERGE) es una de las causas de consulta más frecuentes en atención primaria y en gastroenterología Más el 40 por ciento de la población general experimenta pirosis y regurgitación ocasional debido a ERGE. Es una entidad nosológica compleja, y la fisiología y patogénesis aún no están totalmente aclaradas. Sin embargo, alteraciones a nivel del esfínter esofágico inferior, de la motilidad esofágica o del vaciamiento gástrico pueden producir o empeorar la ERGE. Hay diversos enfoques diagnósticos y terapéuticos; sin embargo, el uso de inhibidores de la bomba de protones a permanencia y la fundoplicatura (cirugía antirreflujo), son las opciones más efectivas


Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is one of the most frequent causes of consultation in primary care and gastroenterology. Over 40 percent of the general population experiences occasional heartburn and regurgitation due to GERD. It is a complex disease and physiology and pathogenesis are not yet completely defined. However, abnormalities in the lower esophageal sphincter, esophageal motility or gastric emptying can cause or worsen GERD. There are various diagnostic and therapeutic approaches; however, the use of proton-pump inhibitor fundoplication permanence and (antireflux surgery), are the most effective options


Subject(s)
Humans , Adult , Gastroesophageal Reflux/diagnosis , Gastroesophageal Reflux/therapy , Esophagoscopy , Fundoplication , Proton Pump Inhibitors/therapeutic use , Prognosis , Gastroesophageal Reflux/complications , Gastroesophageal Reflux/physiopathology
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Gastroenterol. latinoam ; 27(supl.1): S5-S8, 2016.
Article in Spanish | LILACS | ID: biblio-907645

ABSTRACT

One third of patients with symptoms of gastro-esophageal reflux disease (GERD) are unresponsive to proton-pump inhibitors (PPIs). Most of them suffer from functional heartburn or other functional pathology. The mechanisms involved include non-acid reflux, aerophagia and belching, reflux hypersensitivity and psychological comorbidities. After ensuring adherence to nonpharmacologic measures and changes in types of PPIs, the initial diagnostic strategy is based on finding erosive esophagitis and rule out eosinophilic esophagitis in endoscopy and prove or rule out abnormal gastro esophageal reflux (GER) and association of symptoms by pH monitoring with or without impedanciometry. After ruling out GERD, the association of symptoms in these tests can direct therapy toward the use of baclofen or pain modulators.


Un tercio de los pacientes con síntomas de enfermedad por reflujo gastro-esofágico (ERGE) no responden a inhibidores de la bomba de protones (IBP). La mayoría de ellos padece una patología esofágica funcional. Los mecanismos implicados incluyen reflujo no ácido, aerofagia y eructos, hipersensibilidad al ácido y comorbilidad psicológica. Luego de asegurar adherencia a medidas no farmacológicas y cambios en tipos de IBP, la estrategia diagnóstica inicial se basa en hallazgo de esofagitis erosiva y descarte de esofagitis eosinofílica en la endoscopia, así como objetivar/descartar RGE patológico y asociación de síntomas mediante pHmetría con o sin impedanciometría. Tras descartar RGE patológico, la asociación de síntomas en estas últimas pruebas pueden dirigir la terapia hacia el uso de baclofeno y moduladores del dolor.


Subject(s)
Humans , Gastroesophageal Reflux/diagnosis , Gastroesophageal Reflux/therapy , Proton Pump Inhibitors/therapeutic use , Drug Resistance/physiology , Esophageal pH Monitoring , Gastroesophageal Reflux/physiopathology , Manometry , Pain Management , Treatment Failure
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Braz. oral res. (Online) ; 29(1): 1-5, 2015. tab
Article in English | LILACS | ID: lil-777165

ABSTRACT

The aim of the present study was to investigate factors associated with bruxism in children aged from 1 to 13 years with developmental disabilities. A total of 389 dental records were examined. The bruxism analyzed was determined based on parental reports. The following variables were also analyzed: gender, age, International Code of Diseases (ICD), mouth breathing, history of gastroesophageal reflux, use of psychotropic drugs, gingival status, reports of xerostomia, hyperkinesis, pacifier use, thumb sucking and involuntary movements. For the purposes of analysis, the individuals were categorized as being with and without bruxism. Variables with a p-value < 0.25 in the bivariate analysis were incorporated into the logistic regression models. Females had a 0.44-fold (95%CI: 0.25 to 0.78) greater chance of exhibiting bruxism than males. Individuals with gastroesophageal reflux had a 2.28-fold (95%CI: 1.03 to 5.02) greater chance of exhibiting bruxism. Individuals with reported involuntary movements had a 2.24-fold (95%CI: 1.19 to 4.24) greater chance of exhibiting bruxism than those without such movements. Exhibiting involuntary movements, the male gender and gastroesophageal reflux are factors associated with bruxism in children with developmental disabilities.


Subject(s)
Adolescent , Child , Child, Preschool , Female , Humans , Infant , Male , Bruxism/physiopathology , Developmental Disabilities/physiopathology , Bruxism/etiology , Cerebral Palsy/complications , Cerebral Palsy/physiopathology , Developmental Disabilities/complications , Dyskinesias/physiopathology , Gastroesophageal Reflux/complications , Gastroesophageal Reflux/physiopathology , Mouth Breathing/physiopathology , Risk Factors , Sex Factors
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Arq. gastroenterol ; 51(3): 217-220, Jul-Sep/2014. tab, graf
Article in English | LILACS | ID: lil-723855

ABSTRACT

Context Sour acidic liquid has a slower distal esophageal transit than a neutral liquid. Our hypothesis was that an acidic sour bolus has a different ingestion dynamic than a neutral bolus. Method In 50 healthy volunteers and 29 patients with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), we evaluated the ingestion dynamics of 100 mL of acidic sour liquid (concentrated lemon juice, pH: 3.0) and 100 mL of water (pH: 6.8). The time to ingest the total volume, the number of swallows to ingest the volume, the interval between swallows, the flux of ingestion and the volume ingested in each swallow was measured. Results In both groups, healthy volunteers and patients in treatment for GERD, the acidic liquid took longer to be ingested, a higher number of swallows, a slower flux of ingestion and a smaller volume in each swallow than the neutral bolus. There was no difference between healthy volunteers and patients with GERD. The ingestion in women was longer than in men for acidic and neutral liquids. Conclusion Acidic liquid has a different dynamic of ingestion than the neutral liquid, which may be consequence of the slower transit through the distal esophageal body or an anticipation to drink a sour bolus. Patients with GERD have the same prolonged ingestion of the acidic liquid bolus as seen in healthy volunteers. .


Contexto Líquido ácido tem um trânsito pelo esôfago distal mais lento do que líquido neutro. Nossa hipótese é que um bolo azedo ácido tem uma ingestão com diferente dinâmica em relação à ingestão de um bolo neutro. Método Foram avaliadas a dinâmica da ingestão de 100 mL de líquido ácido azedo (suco de limão concentrado, pH: 3,0) e 100 mL de água (pH: 6,8) em 50 indivíduos saudáveis e 29 pacientes com doença do refluxo gastroesofágico (DRGE). Foi medido o tempo para ingerir o volume total, o número de deglutições ao ingerir o volume, o intervalo entre as deglutições, o fluxo de ingestão e o volume ingerido em cada deglutição. Resultados Em ambos os grupos o líquido ácido levou mais tempo para ser ingerido, com um maior número de deglutições, fluxo mais lento de ingestão e um menor volume em cada deglutição. Não houve diferença entre indivíduos saudáveis e pacientes com DRGE. A ingestão em mulheres foi mais longa do que nos homens. Conclusão Líquido ácido tem uma dinâmica de ingestão diferente do líquido neutro, que pode ser consequência do trânsito mais lento através do corpo esofágico distal ou antecipação à ingestão de liquido azedo. Pacientes com DRGE tiveram a mesma ingestão prolongada do líquido ácido que os indivíduos saudáveis. .


Subject(s)
Adolescent , Adult , Aged , Female , Humans , Male , Middle Aged , Young Adult , Beverages , Citrus , Deglutition/physiology , Drinking Water/administration & dosage , Gastroesophageal Reflux/physiopathology , Case-Control Studies , Esophageal pH Monitoring , Manometry , Taste
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Arq. neuropsiquiatr ; 72(4): 269-272, abr. 2014. tab, graf
Article in English | LILACS | ID: lil-707014

ABSTRACT

In 2002, Spring et al reported a family with an autosomal dominant form of hereditary sensory neuropathy; patients also presented adult onset of gastroesophageal reflux and cough. Since then, no further families have been described. Objective: To study a new Portuguese family with these characteristics. Method: To describe the clinical and neurophysiologic characteristics of one family with features of sensory neuropathy associated with cough and gastroesophageal erflux. Results: Three of five siblings presented a similar history of paroxysmal cough (5th decade). About a decade later they experienced numbness and paraesthesia in the feets and in all cases there was evidence of an axonal sensory neuropathy. A history of gastroesophageal reflux of variable severity and age of onset was also present. Discussion: Molecular genetic studies have demonstrated genetic heterogeneity between the hereditary sensory neuropathy type 1 subtypes. The identification of these families is of major importance because further work is required to identify the underlying genetic defect. .


Em 2002, Spring et al descreveram uma família com uma combinação de polineuropatia sensitiva hereditária, doença do refluxo gastroesofágico e tosse paroxística. Desde então não foram descritos outros casos. Objectivo: Estudar uma nova família portuguesa com essas características. Método: Caracterização clínica e neurofisiológica de uma família com a referida combinação de patologias. Resultados: Três, de cinco irmãos, apresentam uma história semelhante de tosse paroxística com início na 5a década. Cerca de uma década mais tarde iniciam quadro de parestesias em ambos os pés, com evidência de neuropatia sensitiva axonal. Todos os casos apresentam também uma história de doença do refluxo gastroesofágico de gravidade variável. Discussão: Nos últimos anos, os estudos de genética molecular permitiram evidenciar a heterogeneidade genética dos vários subtipos de polineuropatia sensitiva hereditária tipo 1. A identificação das famílias afectadas reveste-se de grande importância, nomeadamente na tentativa de caracterização da alteração genética deste subtipo. .


Subject(s)
Aged , Aged, 80 and over , Female , Humans , Male , Cough/etiology , Gastroesophageal Reflux/diagnosis , Hereditary Sensory and Autonomic Neuropathies/diagnosis , Age of Onset , Cough/genetics , Cough/physiopathology , Gastroesophageal Reflux/genetics , Gastroesophageal Reflux/physiopathology , Hereditary Sensory and Autonomic Neuropathies/genetics , Hereditary Sensory and Autonomic Neuropathies/physiopathology , Mutation , Neural Conduction , Pedigree , Portugal
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ABCD (São Paulo, Impr.) ; 27(1): 3-8, Jan-Mar/2014. tab
Article in English | LILACS | ID: lil-703973

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Background : Gastroesophageal reflux disease is a worldwide prevalent condition that exhibits a large variety of signs and symptoms of esophageal or extra-esophageal nature and can be related to the esophagic adenocarcinoma. In the last few years, greater importance has been given to the influence of physical exercises on it. Some recent investigations, though showing conflicting results, point to an exacerbation of gastroesophageal reflux during physical exercises. Aim : To evaluate the influence of physical activities in patients presenting with erosive and non erosive disease by ergometric stress testing and influence of the lower esophageal sphincter tonus and body mass index during this situation. Methods : Twenty-nine patients with erosive disease (group I) and 10 patients with non-erosive disease (group II) were prospectively evaluated. All the patients were submitted to clinical evaluation, followed by upper digestive endoscopy, manometry and 24 h esophageal pH monitoring. An ergometric testing was performed 1 h before removing the esophageal pH probe. During the ergometric stress testing, the following variables were analyzed: test efficacy, maximum oxygen uptake, acid reflux duration, gastroesophageal reflux symptoms, influence of the lower esophageal sphincter tonus and influence of body mass index in the occurrence of gastroesophageal reflux during these physical stress. Results : Maximum oxigen consumption or VO 2 max, showed significant correlation when it was 70% or higher only in the erosive disease group, evaluating the patients with or without acid reflux during the ergometric testing (p=0,032). The other considered variables didn't show significant correlations between gastroesophageal reflux and physical activity (p>0,05). Conclusions : 1) Highly intensive physical activity can predispose the occurrence of gastroesophageal reflux episodes in gastroesophageal reflux disease patients with erosive disease; ...


Racional : A doença do refluxo gastroesofágico é afecção com elevada prevalência em todo o mundo, que apresenta grande variedade de sinais e sintomas esofagianos ou extra-esofágico, podendo ter entre suas complicações o adenocarcinoma esofágico. Nos últimos anos, maior importância tem sido dada à influência dos exercícios físicos na sua patogênese. Algumas investigações recentes, embora com resultados conflitantes, apontam para agravamento do refluxo gastroesofágico durante eles. Objetivos : Avaliar a influência da atividade física em pacientes com doença erosiva e não erosiva através do teste ergométrico de esforço, e ainda, a relevância do tônus ​​do esfíncter esofagiano inferior e do índice de massa corpórea durante esta situação. Métodos : Vinte e nove pacientes com doença do refluxo erosiva (grupo I) e 10 com não-erosiva (grupo II) foram avaliados prospectivamente. Todos foram submetidos à avaliação clínica, seguida pela endoscopia digestiva alta, manometria e pH-metria esofágica de 24 horas. Um teste ergométrico foi realizado uma hora antes de retirar a sonda de pH-metria. Durante ele as seguintes variáveis ​​foram analisadas: eficácia do teste, o consumo máximo de oxigênio ou VO2 max, tempo de refluxo ácido, sintomas de refluxo gastroesofágico, influência do tônus ​​do esfíncter esofágico e do índice de massa corporal na ocorrência de refluxo gastroesofágico durante esta situação. Resultados : VO2 max apresentou correlação significativa, quando foi maior ou igual a 70%, apenas no grupo doença erosiva, avaliando os pacientes com ou sem refluxo ácido durante o teste ergométrico ...


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Adolescent , Adult , Female , Humans , Male , Middle Aged , Young Adult , Exercise Test , Gastroesophageal Reflux/physiopathology , Prospective Studies
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Rev. chil. cir ; 65(5): 402-408, set. 2013. tab
Article in Spanish | LILACS | ID: lil-688445

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Background: the finding of a hiatal hernia is usual during upper gastrointestinal endoscopies. However the correlation of symptoms, manometric and radiological findings with the endoscopy report is far from clear. Aim: to assess radiological findings, 24 pH measurements, esophageal manometry and symptoms among patients in whom a hiatal hernia was found during an upper gastrointestinal endoscopy. Material and Methods: one hundred fifteen patients aged 23 to 82 years (77 women), with an endoscopic diagnosis of a hiatal hernia of more than 5 cm were studied. An esophageal manometry and 24 hour pH determination were carried out. Results: hiatal hernias type I, II, II and IV were found in 50, 12, 38 and 15 patients of similar age, respectively. Gastroesophageal reflux symptoms were more common among patients with hernias type I and III. Mechanical symptoms such as retrosternal pain were more common in type IV hernias. Manometry showed a hypotensive sphincter in 100 and 78 percent of patients with hernias type I and III, respectively. An abnormal 24 hour pH measurement was found in 95 and 85 percent of patients with hernias type I and III, respectively. Conclusions: functional studies show a high frequency of pathological acid reflux among patients with hiatal hernias type I and III.


El hallazgo de una hernia hiatal durante un estudio endoscópico se informa frecuentemente. Sin embargo, no hay referencias específicas acerca de los síntomas y los trastornos funcionales del esófago según el tipo de hernia hiatal. Objetivo: determinar los síntomas predominantes, los hallazgos radiológicos y endoscópicos y de los estudios funcionales en pacientes con los diferentes tipos de hernia hiatal. Método: se evaluaron 115 pacientes, todos con diagnóstico radiológico de hernia hiatal mayor a 5 cm, realizando estudios endoscópicos, histológicos y manometría esofágica, junto a pHmetría de 24 h. Resultados: la edad fue similar en los 4 tipos de hernia hiatal. Síntomas de reflujo gastroesofágico se presentaron con gran frecuencia en hernias tipo I y III, mientras que síntomas mecánicos se manifestaron en hernias tipo IV. El estudio manométrico mostró un esfínter hipotensivo junto con reflujo ácido patológico en casi 90 por ciento de las hernias tipo I y IIII. Conclusión: el estudio más útil para el diagnóstico de hernia hiatal es el radiológico. La endoscopia es necesaria para comprobar el daño de la mucosa esofágica. Los estudios funcionales muestran una alta prevalencia de reflujo ácido patológico en hernias hiatales tipo I y II.


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Humans , Male , Female , Adult , Middle Aged , Hernia, Hiatal/physiopathology , Hernia, Hiatal/pathology , Hernia, Hiatal , Age and Sex Distribution , Esophagoscopy , Esophagus/physiopathology , Hydrogen-Ion Concentration , Hernia, Hiatal/epidemiology , Manometry , Prospective Studies , Gastroesophageal Reflux/physiopathology , Signs and Symptoms
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Arq. gastroenterol ; 50(2): 111-116, abr. 2013. tab, graf
Article in English | LILACS | ID: lil-679157

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Context Impairment of esophageal motility is a common finding in patients with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) as reduced lower esophageal sphincter (LES) basal pressure. A very low LES pressure might facilitate the occurrence of more gastroesophageal reflux whereas abnormal esophageal peristalsis may contribute to impaired esophageal clearance after reflux. Objective Evaluate the esophageal motor function of the lower esophageal sphincter and esophageal body in the various forms of gastroesophageal reflux disease. Methods The manometrics records of 268 patients, who had evaluation of the esophageal motility as part of the diagnostic gastroesophageal reflux disease were split into four groups, as follows: 33 patients who had no esophagitis; 92 patients who had erosive esophagitis; 101 patients who had short Barrett's esophagus and 42 patients who had long Barrett's esophagus. Results The group who had long Barrett's esophagus showed smaller mean LES pressure and higher percentage of marked LES hypotonia; in the distal segment of the esophageal body the this group showed higher percentage of marked hypocontractility of the distal segment (<30 mm Hg); this same group showed higher percentage of esophageal motility disorders. Conclusions The most intense esophageal motility disorders and lower pressure of lower esophageal sphincter were noted in the group with long Barrett's esophagus. Those with reflux esophagitis and short Barrett's esophagus had esophageal motility impairment, intermediate among patients with esophagitis and long Barrett's esophagus. Patients with typical symptoms of gastroesophageal reflux but without esophagitis by endoscopy study showed no impairment of esophageal motility. .


Contexto Alteração no peristaltismo esofágico assim como diminuição do tônus basal do esfíncter inferior do esôfago são um achado comum em pacientes com doença do refluxo gastroesofágico. A presença de hipotonia acentuada do esfíncter inferior do esôfago pode facilitar a ocorrência de refluxo gastroesofágico mais intenso e a presença de alteração no peristaltismo esofágico pode contribuir para uma deficiente depuração esofágica. Objetivo Avaliar a função motora do esfíncter inferior do esôfago e do corpo esofágico nas várias formas da doença do refluxo gastroesofágico. Métodos Avaliaram-se os prontuários de 268 pacientes, que realizaram manometria esofágica como parte da investigação diagnóstica da doença do refluxo gastroesofágico. Os pacientes foram distribuidos em quatro grupos: 33 pacientes que não tinham esofagite, 92 pacientes que tinham esofagite erosiva; 101 pacientes que tinham esôfago de Barrett curto e 42 pacientes que tinham esôfago de Barrett longo (grupo EBL). Resultados O grupo dos que tinham EBL, apresentou menor média de pressão do esfíncter inferior do esôfago e maior percentual de hipotonia acentuada do esfíncter inferior do esôfago; no segmento distal do corpo do esôfago, este grupo apresentou maior percentual de hipocontratilidade acentuada (< 30 mm Hg). O grupo dos que tinham EBL apresentou maior porcentagem de distúrbios da motilidade esofágica. Conclusões As alterações mais intensas na motilidade esofágica e no esfíncter inferior do esôfago foram observadas no grupo com EBL. Aqueles com esofagite de refluxo e esôfago de Barrett curto ...


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Adult , Female , Humans , Male , Middle Aged , Barrett Esophagus/complications , Esophageal Motility Disorders/etiology , Esophageal Sphincter, Lower/physiopathology , Esophagitis/complications , Gastroesophageal Reflux/complications , Esophagoscopy , Esophageal Motility Disorders/diagnosis , Esophageal Motility Disorders/physiopathology , Gastroesophageal Reflux/physiopathology , Manometry , Prospective Studies
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J. pediatr. (Rio J.) ; 88(6): 455-464, nov.-dez. 2012. ilus
Article in Portuguese | LILACS | ID: lil-662549

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OBJETIVOS: Abordar as peculiaridades do controle neuronal digestório e descrever as principais manifestações digestórias na paralisia cerebral, atentando-se à importância do diagnóstico precoce para intervenção interdisciplinar eficaz. FONTES DOS DADOS: Revisão sistemática de 1997 a 2012 das bases de dados MEDLINE, LILACS, SciELO e Cochrane Library. Incluem-se 70 artigos, como revisões relevantes, estudos observacionais, ensaios clínicos e estudos de prevalência. Excluíram-se pesquisas qualitativas. Os termos pesquisados foram: paralisia cerebral, disfagia, doença do refluxo gastroesofágico, constipação intestinal, infecção respiratória e gastrostomia. SÍNTESE DOS DADOS: O controle adequado do trato digestório depende do funcionamento e integridade do sistema nervoso. Como indivíduos portadores de paralisia cerebral possuem anormalidades estruturais evidentes no sistema nervoso central e periférico, estão mais propensos a desenvolver distúrbios do trato digestório, com repercussões nutricionais. As alterações vão desde imaturidade neurológica até interferência do estado de humor e capacitação dos cuidadores. Trata-se, portanto, de etiologia multifatorial. As desordens digestórias mais prevalentes são disfagia, doença do refluxo gastroesofágico e constipação intestinal, com consequentes quadros de infecções respiratórias de repetição e repercussão deletéria no estado nutricional. CONCLUSÕES: Indivíduos com paralisia cerebral apresentam alterações neurológicas do controle do sistema digestório, portanto manifestações digestórias são frequentes. As questões abordadas são fundamentais para profissionais das equipes interdisciplinares que atendem indivíduos com paralisia cerebral acerca da importância da anamnese ampla, exame clínico e complementar detalhado que incluam investigação das desordens gastrointestinais associadas e suas consequências. A detecção precoce dessas alterações digestórias pode respaldar medidas de reabilitação mais eficientes no sentido de melhoria da qualidade de vida desses indivíduos.


OBJECTIVES: To examine the neural control of digestive tract and describe the main gastrointestinal disorders in cerebral palsy (CP), with attention to the importance of early diagnosis to an efficient interdisciplinary treatment. SOURCES: Systematic review of literature from 1997 to 2012 from Medline, Lilacs, Scielo, and Cochrane Library databases. The study included 70 papers, such as relevant reviews, observational studies, controlled trials, and prevalence studies. Qualitative studies were excluded. The keywords used were: cerebral palsy, dysphagia, gastroesophageal reflux disease, constipation, recurrent respiratory infections, and gastrostomy. SUMMARY OF THE FINDINGS: The appropriate control of the digestive system depends on the healthy functioning and integrity of the neural system. Since CP patients have structural abnormalities of the central and peripheral nervous system, they are more likely to develop eating disorders. These range from neurological immaturity to interference in the mood and capacity of caregivers. The disease has, therefore, a multifactorial etiology. The most prevalent digestive tract disorders are dysphagia, gastroesophageal reflux disease, and constipation, with consequent recurrent respiratory infections and deleterious impact on nutritional status. CONCLUSIONS: Patients with CP can have neurological abnormalities of digestive system control; therefore, digestive problems are common. The issues raised in the present study are essential for professionals within the interdisciplinary teams that treat patients with CP, concerning the importance of comprehensive anamnesis and clinical examination, such as detailed investigation of gastrointestinal disorders. Early detection of these digestive problems may lead to more efficient rehabilitation measures in order to improve patients' quality of life.


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Humans , Cerebral Palsy/physiopathology , Gastrointestinal Diseases/physiopathology , Caregivers , Cerebral Palsy/complications , Constipation/etiology , Constipation/physiopathology , Deglutition Disorders/etiology , Deglutition Disorders/physiopathology , Feeding and Eating Disorders/etiology , Feeding and Eating Disorders/physiopathology , Gastroesophageal Reflux/etiology , Gastroesophageal Reflux/physiopathology , Nutrition Disorders/etiology , Nutrition Disorders/physiopathology , Patient Care Team , Quality of Life
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Acta cir. bras ; 27(11): 821-828, Nov. 2012. ilus, tab
Article in English | LILACS | ID: lil-654251

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PURPOSE: To investigate laryngeal and voice disorders in patients with gastroesophageal symptoms and their correlation with pH-monitoring. METHODS: A prospective study was carried out in patients attended at the Voice Disorder Outpatient Clinics of Botucatu Medical School in a five-year period and had vocal and gastroesophagic symptoms. Patients underwent videolaryngoscopy, auditory-perceptual vocal analyses, computerized acoustic vocal analysis and dual probe pH-monitoring for 24 hours. RESULTS: Fifty-seven patients were included (aged between 21 and 65 years; 45 women and 12 men), 18 had normal (31.6%) and 39 had abnormal pH-monitoring results (68.4%). Videolaryngoscopy recorded several laryngeal lesions for both patients with normal and abnormal pH-monitoring, but mostly for the latter group, highlighting posterior pachyderma. Auditory-perceptual vocal assessments identified vocal changes of several intensities for both groups but especially for patients with abnormal pH-monitoring results. All acoustic parameters, except f0, were abnormal for both groups, compared to the control population. CONCLUSION: Acoustic and perceptual vocal changes and laryngeal lesions were recorded for both patients with normal pH-monitoring results and patients with abnormal pH-monitoring results, evidencing the importance of clinical history and videolaryngoscopic findings for diagnosing acid laryngitis.


OBJETIVO: Investigar as alterações laríngeas e vocais em pacientes com sintomas de refluxo gastroesofágico e correlacioná-las com o exame de phmetria. MÉTODOS: Estudo prospectivo que incluiu os pacientes atendidos nos ambulatórios de Distúrbios da Voz da Faculdade de Medicina de Botucatu no período de cinco anos com sintomas vocais e gastroesofágicos. Os pacientes foram submetidos à videolaringoscopia, às análises vocais perceptivo-auditivas, a analise vocal acústica computadorizada e ao exame de pHmetria de dois canais com monitorização durante 24 horas. RESULTADOS: Foram incluídos 57 pacientes (entre 21 a 65 anos; 45 mulheres e 12 homens). Desses, 18 apresentavam pHmetria normal (31,6%) e 39 alterada (68,4%). As videolaringoscopias registraram diversas lesões laríngeas tanto nos pacientes com pHmetria normal como alterada, sendo mais relevantes neste último grupo, destacando-se a paquidermia posterior. As avaliações vocais perceptivo-auditivas identificaram alterações vocais de diversas intensidades em ambos os grupos, mais importantes nos pacientes com pHmetria alterada. Todos os parâmetros acústicos, exceto Fo, mostraram-se alterados em ambos os grupos, quando comparados aos controles. CONCLUSÕES: Alterações vocais perceptivas e acústicas, e lesões laríngeas foram registradas tanto nos pacientes com phmetria normal como alterada, sinalizando para a importância da historia clínica e dos achados videolaringoscópicos no diagnóstico das laringites ácidas.


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Adult , Aged , Female , Humans , Male , Middle Aged , Young Adult , Esophageal pH Monitoring , Gastroesophageal Reflux/physiopathology , Laryngeal Diseases/physiopathology , Voice Disorders/physiopathology , Auditory Perception , Gastroesophageal Reflux/complications , Hydrogen-Ion Concentration , Laryngeal Diseases/etiology , Laryngoscopy/methods , Prospective Studies , Time Factors , Vocal Cords , Voice Disorders/etiology
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J. bras. med ; 100(3): 67-71, jul.-ago. 2012. tab
Article in Portuguese | LILACS | ID: lil-678752

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A doença do refluxo gastroesofágico (DRGE) é uma afecção crônica frequente na prática médica, interferindo negativamente na qualidade de vida dos pacientes. Apresenta um amplo espectro de sintomas, classificados como típicos e atípicos, sendo a pirose a principal manifestação. O tratamento inclui medidas comportamentais farmacológicas e eventualmente cirúrgicas


Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is a common chronic condition that affects negatively the patient's quality of life. Patients with GERD can exhibit a wide variety of symptoms, both typical and atypical. Heartburn is the main clinical presentation. Treatment consists of supportive and pharmacological measures; surgery may eventually be required


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Humans , Male , Female , Gastroesophageal Reflux/surgery , Gastroesophageal Reflux/complications , Gastroesophageal Reflux/diagnosis , Gastroesophageal Reflux/physiopathology , Gastroesophageal Reflux/therapy , /therapeutic use , Heartburn/etiology , Endoscopy, Digestive System/methods , Esophageal Sphincter, Lower/physiopathology , Proton Pump Inhibitors/therapeutic use , Esophageal pH Monitoring , Laryngopharyngeal Reflux/etiology
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