Gastroesophageal Reflux and the Lung (Respiratory Medicine Book 2)

__Gastroesophageal Reflux and the Lung__ provides a comprehensive review of current knowledge concerning normal deglutition and foregut digestive processes and examines how abnormalities of swallowing or excessive/abnormal GER can lead to respiratory tract dysfunction and lung disease. In-depth Chapters deliver a concise review of the prevalence of GER in patients with lung disease and synthesize the current evidence regarding its diagnosis and management. Each chapter includes key points and a summary. In addition to outlining the current state of knowledge, each chapter provides a summary of ongoing research in the field and identifies the need for future research. Written by an international group of authors who are experts in their respective fields, __Gastroesophageal Reflux and the Lung__ is a valuable resource for practicing clinicians, internists, pulmonologists and primary care personnel. Front Matter....Pages i-xii Deglutition, Swallowing, and Airway Protection: Physiology and Pathophysiology....Pages 1-22 The Pathophysiology of Gastroesophageal Reflux....Pages 23-41 Making an Accurate Diagnosis of GERD....Pages 43-54 GER and Aspiration in Children....Pages 55-70 Dysphagia, GER, and Aspiration in the Elderly....Pages 71-93 Chronic Cough and Vocal Cord Dysfunction: The Role of GER....Pages 95-117 GER in Asthma and COPD....Pages 119-132 Sleep and GER....Pages 133-151 Gastroesophageal Reflux in Cystic Fibrosis and Non-CF Bronchiectasis....Pages 153-174 GER and Aspiration in Interstitial Lung Disease....Pages 175-198 GER in Lung Transplantation....Pages 199-225 Pharmacologic Treatment of GERD....Pages 227-247 Surgical and Endoscopic Approaches to GERD....Pages 249-266 Back Matter....Pages 267-275 Keith C. Meyer, Ganesh Raghu, Editors. Includes Bibliographical References And Index. Mode Of Access: World Wide Web.