Asthma Allergy Immunology

Asthma Allergy Immunology

2009, Vol 7, Num, 1     (Pages: 018-025)

Gastroesophageal reflux in children with asthma and the effect of antireflux treatment on asthma

Tutku SOYER 1, Özge UYSAL SOYER 2, Murat ÇAKMAK 1,

1 Kırıkkale Üniversitesi Tıp Fakültesi, Çocuk Cerrahisi Anabilim Dalı, Kırıkkale, Türkiye
2 Hacettepe Üniversitesi Tıp Fakültesi, Çocuk Sağlığı ve Hastalıkları Anabilim Dalı, Çocuk Allerji ve Astım Ünitesi, Ankara, Türkiye

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Although, the relationship between asthma and gastroesophageal reflux has been known for years, diagnosis and treatment of asthma triggered gastroesophageal reflux is still controversial. The studies that aimed to evaluate the relation of asthma and reflux and results of antireflux treatment are insufficient to explain the topic. The aim of this review is to present the results of studies about asthma, reflux and efficacy of antireflux treatment.

Keywords : Asthma, gastroesophageal reflux, child, treatment