01.06.2019 | Pulmonary (RP Boesch, Section Editor)
Gastrointestinal Dysmotility and the Implications for Respiratory Disease
verfasst von:
Lusine Ambartsumyan, MD, Samuel Nurko, MD, MPH, Rachel Rosen, MD, MPH
Erschienen in:
Current Treatment Options in Pediatrics
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Ausgabe 2/2019
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Abstract
Purpose of the review
Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is frequently implicated as a cause for respiratory disease. However, there is growing evidence that upper gastrointestinal dysmotility may play a significantly larger role in genesis of respiratory symptoms and development of underlying pulmonary pathology. This paper will discuss the differential diagnosis for esophageal and gastric dysmotility in aerodigestive patients and will review the key diagnostic and therapeutic interventions for this dysmotility.
Recent findings
Previous studies have shown an association between GERD and pulmonary pathology in children with aerodigestive disorders. Recent publications have demonstrated the presence of esophageal and gastric dysfunction, using fluoroscopic and nuclear medicine studies, in aerodigestive patients who commonly present to pulmonary and otolaryngology clinics. High-resolution impedance manometry (HRIM) has revolutionized our understanding of esophageal dysmotility and its role in pathogenesis of aspiration and esophageal dysfunction and subsequent respiratory compromise.
Summary
Esophageal and gastric dysmotility have a profound effect on development of respiratory symptoms and pulmonary sequalae in aerodigestive patients. However, our understanding of the pathophysiology is in its infancy. Prospective studies are needed to address key clinical questions such as: What degree of dysmotility initiates respiratory compromise? What diagnostic tests and therapeutic options best predict aerodigestive outcomes?