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No Burp Syndrome or Retrograde Cricopharyngeus Dysfunction in a Filipina College Student: A Case Report

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: Objective: To report a case of retrograde cricopharyngeal dysfunction (R-CPD) and the use of botulinum toxin injection for its diagnosis and therapy. Methods:Design: Case ReportSetting: Tertiary Private University HospitalPatient: An 18-year-old female college student who presented with inability to burp, associated with awkward gurgling noises from the chest, abdominal discomfort and excessive flatulence. Results: Our patient gained the ability to belch and the relief of associated excessive flatulence and awkward gurgling noises from the chest, after cricopharyngeal muscle Botulinum toxin injection. Conclusion: Botulinum toxin injection may serve as both a diagnostic and therapeutic intervention for R-CPD.

Source: Philippine Journal of Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery

DOI: 10.32412/pjohns.v40i1.2555

Authors: Czarina Alexei Gaticales, Rodel Velasquez, Ma. Clarissa Fortuna

Institution: University of Santo Tomas Hospital

Language: English

Topic: Gastroesophageal reflux and treatments

Subfield: Gastroenterology

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: diamond

OpenAlex ID: W4410085282

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