Current views on the problem of laryngopharyngeal reflux

The problem of LPR remains a challenge today: there is no clear definition of LPR, no single algorithm for the diagnosis or treatment of the disease. The article offers a current definition of LPR. The existing methods of diagnostics are carefully analyzed. The authors focus on clinical manifestations of LPR, mainly changes in the upper respiratory tract. The available conservative and surgical methods of LPR treatment are discussed. Two approaches of conservative treatment of LPR are considered. Reasons for failure of conservative treatment using only PPI drugs are discussed. The effectiveness of an integrated approach to conservative treatment of LPR is highlighted