Recurrent aspiration pneumonia is caused by:: (A) Dermatomyositis/polymyositis, (B) Rheumatoid ahritis, (C) Progressive systemic sclerosis, (D) Systemic lupus erythematosus
Answer is C. Systemic sclerosis is characterized by fibrosis of lower esophageal sphincter | Leading to decrease in tone of LES | Resultant GERD | Leads to Recurrent Aspiration Pneumonia