CLINICAL FEATURES AND TREATMENT STRATEGIES OF LARYNGOPHARYNGEAL REFLUX IN ENT PRACTICE
Vol. 2 No. 1 (2026), Articles
Vol. 2 No. 1 (2026)

CLINICAL FEATURES AND TREATMENT STRATEGIES OF LARYNGOPHARYNGEAL REFLUX IN ENT PRACTICE

Articles
Published 2026-01-26
Javohir Odilov Azamatovich
Department of Otorhinolaryngology No. 1, Samarkand State Medical University, 2nd year clinical supervisors
Yorqin Xudoyberdiyev Ilhom oʻgʻli
Department of Otorhinolaryngology No. 1, Samarkand State Medical University PhD, associate professor.
Nigina Muradova Shuxrat qizi
Department of Otorhinolaryngology No. 1, Samarkand State Medical University PhD, associate professor.
G.B Davronova
Department of Otorhinolaryngology No. 1, Samarkand State Medical University PhD, associate professor.
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Keywords

Laryngopharyngeal reflux, reflux symptom index, reflux finding score, proton pump inhibitors, laryngoscopy, ENT disorders, upper airway inflammation.

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Odilov Azamatovich, J., Xudoyberdiyev Ilhom oʻgʻli, Y., Muradova Shuxrat qizi, N., & Davronova, G. (2026). CLINICAL FEATURES AND TREATMENT STRATEGIES OF LARYNGOPHARYNGEAL REFLUX IN ENT PRACTICE. INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE ON SCIENCE AND INNOVATIVE RESEARCH, 2(1), 42–45. Retrieved from https://scienceinno.org/index.php/iccir/article/view/79
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Abstract

Laryngopharyngeal reflux (LPR) is a common but often underdiagnosed condition in otorhinolaryngology characterized by the backflow of gastric contents into the larynx and pharynx, leading to chronic irritation of the upper airway mucosa. Unlike gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), LPR typically occurs without heartburn and primarily manifests with extraesophageal symptoms such as hoarseness, chronic throat clearing, cough, globus sensation, and postnasal drip. The condition affects a significant portion of patients seen in ENT clinics and has been associated with laryngeal inflammation, vocal fold lesions, and chronic rhinosinusitis. Due to its nonspecific presentation and overlap with other laryngeal and respiratory disorders, LPR poses diagnostic and therapeutic challenges. Advances in diagnostic modalities, including pH impedance monitoring and flexible laryngoscopy, have improved clinical recognition, while novel treatment strategies combining medical therapy, lifestyle modification, and dietary interventions have enhanced patient outcomes.

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