Gastroesophageal Reflux and Bronchial Responsiveness: Correlation and the Effect of Fundoplication

Abstract

According to the current study there seems to be a positive correlation between the severity of distal esophageal reflux and bronchial responsiveness. These data suggest that operative treatment of GER may ameliorate BHR in asthmatic patients. Moreover, the results of the present study suggest that fundoplication may improve pulmonary function in patients with GER.