Diffuse parenchymal lung disease with micro aspirations in presence of hiatal hernia

Diffuse parenchymal lung disease with micro aspirations in presence of hiatal hernia

There has been controversy regarding the relationship between gastroesophageal reflux, microaspiration, and idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF). In the last decade, there is increasing evidence supporting a relationship between gastroesophageal reflux, microaspiration, and IPF. The presence of hiata...

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Main Authors: Rishitha Yelisetti, Areig Awad, Anand Kaji
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Elsevier 2017-01-01
Series:Respiratory Medicine Case Reports
Subjects:
Micro aspirations
Diffuse parenchymal lung disease
Hiatal hernia
Online Access:http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2213007117302162
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Summary:There has been controversy regarding the relationship between gastroesophageal reflux, microaspiration, and idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF). In the last decade, there is increasing evidence supporting a relationship between gastroesophageal reflux, microaspiration, and IPF. The presence of hiatal hernia further propagates microaspirations. Surgical management of hiatal hernia plays a vital role in the treatment.
ISSN:2213-0071

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