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San Diego Otolaryngologist Integrates Innovative Reflux Detection
Device Into Practice
La Jolla, CA -- 04/25/2007-- Dr. Michael Mahdavi is among the early
adopters of a new wireless technology that detects acidic reflux
in the airway. The Restech Dx-pH Measurement System™ received
nationwide acclaim for its clinical significance, delivering clear
insight into a rising incidence of reflux-related disorders. Laryngopharyngeal
reflux disease (LPRD) is known in medical circles as a "silent
disease." It is difficult to detect because conventional pH
measurement systems cannot function properly above the esophagus
due to sensor dry-out. The Restech Dx-pH Probe™ incorporates
the first and only pH sensor capable of self-condensing, thus facilitating
reliable measurement and recording of aerosolized reflux in the
upper airway. Like scores of other physicians around the country,
Dr. Mahdavi turned to the Restech Dx-System not only to detect
a stealthy and common disease state, but also to gauge the effectiveness
of empirically prescribed Proton Pump Inhibitor (PPI) therapy (Nexium®,
AcipHex®, Prilosec®).
A recent meta-analysis of empiric treatment of LPR with PPI trials,
published by Karkos and Wilson (Laryngoscope), concluded that "the
few randomized, controlled trials have failed to demonstrate superiority
of PPIs over placebo for treatment of suspected LPR." This
new evidence is making some doctors think twice before prescribing
PPIs without a positive pH study.
Dr. Mahdavi asserted, "After performing several studies with
the Dx-System, I will begin to pre-screen patients with the Restech
Dx-System as a filter for patients who may or may not need PPI
therapy. We feel this system will speed up patient diagnoses and
cut down on patient costs in the end."
Leo Roucher, CEO of Restech, added, "One of our end-goals
is to cut down on the overall cost of treating patients with reflux.
If our system can indicate whether or not PPI therapy is necessary
before a patient is treated, that would be one great outcome for
our product."
To obtain further information or photographs, please contact Walter
Flicker or Debra Krahel at
Restech at 800-352-1512, or visit our website at www.restech-corp.com. |
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