Abstract
The value of a combination of ultrasound studies and barium swallow examination in the analysis of temporal relationships between apnea and reflux is demonstrated. The two techniques allow acute apneic spells induced by gastroesophageal reflux to be documented and underlying specific digestive tract disorders demonstrated. The high incidence of digestive tract disorders in this area has been identified.
MeSH terms
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Apnea / etiology*
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Apnea / physiopathology
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Arrhythmias, Cardiac / etiology
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Bradycardia / etiology
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Bronchitis / etiology
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Cough / etiology
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Deglutition Disorders / complications
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Esophageal Motility Disorders / complications
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Esophageal Spasm, Diffuse / complications
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Esophagus / diagnostic imaging
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Esophagus / physiopathology
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Gastric Acidity Determination
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Gastroesophageal Reflux / complications*
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Gastroesophageal Reflux / diagnostic imaging
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Gastroesophageal Reflux / physiopathology
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Humans
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Hypertrophy
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Infant
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Infant, Newborn
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Laryngismus / etiology
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Pharyngitis / etiology
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Pyloric Stenosis / complications
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Rhinitis / etiology
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Sleep Apnea Syndromes / etiology*
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Sleep Apnea Syndromes / physiopathology
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Ultrasonography