esophageal manometry

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Esophageal manometry

A test in which a thin tube is passed into the esophagus to measure the degree of pressure exerted by the muscles of the esophageal wall.

Mentioned in: Achalasia

manometry [mah-nom´ĕ-trē]

the measurement of pressure by means of a manometer.

esophageal manometry a diagnostic study to assess the competence of the lower esophageal sphincter. A catheter sheathed with a water-filled balloon is inserted nasally and advanced into the esophagus; a series of measurements reflecting esophageal resting pressures are taken as the catheters are moved.

manometry

technique of using a manometer and interpreting the result.

esophageal manometry

a method of recording pressures within the esophagus, particularly during the passage of a food bolus.

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