Abstract:Background: Laryngopharyngeal reflux (LPR) is a condition caused by retrograde flow of gastric contents to the larynx, pharynx, trachea, and bronchus, which can affect patients’ quality of life (QOL). Purpose: To evaluate the effect of proton pump–inhibitor (PPI) therapy on the quality of life of patients with laryngopharyngeal reflux (LPR). Methods: This randomized controlled trial study involved 52 patients with dysphagia. The short-form REFLUX-QUAL® questionnaire was used to assess QOL. The patients were gi… Show more
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