laryngopharyngeal reflux


laryngopharyngeal reflux (LPR),

a form of gastroesophageal reflux disease that produces prominent symptoms and signs in the pharynx and larynx characterized by acute, chronic, and intermittent laryngitis and pharyngitis.
See also: gastroesophageal reflux disease.

la·ryn·go·pha·ryn·ge·al re·flux

(lă-ringgō-fă-rinjē-ăl rēflŭks) Gastroesophageal reflux disease (q.v.) that produces prominent symptoms and signs in the pharynx and larynx characterized by laryngitis and pharyngitis.

laryngopharyngeal reflux

The backward flow of gastric contents into the voice box and throat. It may cause vocal cord damage, hoarseness, and habitual throat clearing.