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(Reference retrieved automatically from Web of Science through information on FAPESP grant and its corresponding number as mentioned in the publication by the authors.)

Expiratory Flow Increase Technique and Acid Esophageal Exposure in Infants Born Preterm With Bronchopulmonary Dysplasia

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Author(s):
Serrou Camy, Lia Franco [1] ; Mezzacappa, Maria Aparecida [2]
Total Authors: 2
Affiliation:
[1] Univ Campinas UNICAMP, Ctr Integral Attent Womens Health CAISM, Sao Paulo - Brazil
[2] Univ Campinas UNICAMP, Dept Pediat, Sch Med Sci, Sao Paulo - Brazil
Total Affiliations: 2
Document type: Journal article
Source: PEDIATRIC PHYSICAL THERAPY; v. 23, n. 4, p. 328-333, WIN 2011.
Web of Science Citations: 2
Abstract

Objective: To determine if an expiratory flow increase technique (EFIT) is associated with acid reflux episodes in infants born preterm with bronchopulmonary dysplasia (BPD). Methods: A crossover study was carried out. Eighteen subjects divided into 2 groups were randomly assigned to receive 2 EFIT sessions at 2 postprandial time points. Group 1 started 2 hours after feeding and group 2 started 3 hours after feeding. Esophageal acid exposure was assessed by the reflux index (RI) during EFIT and 20 minutes before EFIT by esophageal pH monitoring. Results: A significant reduction in the RI was observed in group 1 with EFIT performed 2 hours after feeding. Group 2 showed no significant differences in RI values before and during EFIT in both postprandial periods. Conclusion: When EFIT is performed 2 and 3 hours after feeding, it is not associated with an increase in acid reflux episodes in infants born preterm with BPD. (Pediatr Phys Ther 2011; 23: 328-334) (AU)