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[Abnormal sensation in the throat and autonomic nerve dysfunction symptoms]
1Department of Otolaryngology, Matsusaka Chuo Hospital.
Nihon Jibiinkoka Gakkai Kaiho
|March 1, 1995
Summary
Abnormal sensations in the throat (AST) are linked to autonomic nerve dysfunction (AND). Patients with AST reported more AND symptoms and showed objective signs of dysfunction compared to those without AST.
Area of Science:
- Neurology
- Cardiology
- Otolaryngology
Context:
- Autonomic nerve dysfunction (AND) can manifest with various symptoms, including abnormal sensations in the throat (AST).
- Evaluating subjective and objective markers of AND is crucial for understanding its clinical presentation.
- Previous research indicates that the coefficient of variation of R-R intervals (CV R-R) on ECG decreases with age and AND severity.
Purpose:
- To investigate the association between abnormal sensations in the throat (AST) and autonomic nerve dysfunction (AND).
- To compare subjective and objective signs of AND in patients with and without AST.
Summary:
- This study compared 370 patients with AST to 130 without AST, assessing subjective AND symptoms using the Cornell Medical Index and objective AND signs via CV R-R on ECG.
- Patients with AST reported significantly more subjective AND symptoms (7.3 vs. 5.3) and exhibited significantly lower relative CV R-R values (0.98 vs. 1.06), indicating more severe AND.
- These findings suggest a correlation between throat sensations and autonomic nervous system impairment.
Impact:
- The study highlights AST as a potential indicator of underlying autonomic nerve dysfunction.
- Results contribute to a better understanding of the neurological and cardiovascular manifestations of AND.
- This research may inform diagnostic approaches for patients presenting with unexplained throat sensations.