Frequency of gastroesophageal reflux disease in children with chronic cough

Objective: To identify the frequency of gastroesophageal reflux disease in children with chronic cough aged 2 months to 2 years

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Methods: This cross sectional survey was conducted in 75 children between 2 months to 2 years in the department of pediatrics, Shaikh Zayed Hospital, Lahore. Children having chronic cough of > 4 weeks duration included in study and were admitted in ward and barium swallow was done in the Radiology Department

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Results: Total 75 of chronic cough were included in this study, out of these 75 patients GERD was diagnosed in 29 [39%] on barium study. Out of these 29 patients, 20[27%] were in the age group of 2-9 months, 9[12%] were between 10-17 months. No patients of age group 18-24 months were diagnosed as GERD on barium study. In this 29 patients, 18[24%] patients were male and 11[15%] were female

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Conclusion: Gastro esophageal reflux disease is one of the most common reasons for chronic cough seeking consultation of pediatricians. Early diagnosis and management of GERD can lead to decrease morbidity in children