The importance of laryngoscopic findings as predictors of the treatment outcomes of laryngopharyngeal reflux: a retrospective review of 143 cases

Abstract Background Laryngopharyngeal reflux can be described as even a single episode of gastric acid peptic contents into the larynx and hypopharynx. A large number new researches show non-acid to an important cause LPR symptoms. The present study explores role laryngoscopic findings in predicting treatment outcomes empirical PPI therapy for LPR. Methods total 143 patients diagnosed clinically with were evaluated by rigid laryngoscopy classified 3 groups based on Belafsky score, normal (0–7), mild moderate (8–16), severe (17–26). Results Twelve out 39 group, 44 61 31 43 group reported symptomatic improvement after months lifestyle modifications. results statistically significant. Conclusion Pretherapy predictor successful