Abstract

Prolonged, ambulatory monitoring of esophageal pH is important in the management of patients with atypical or refractory GERD. 1 Kahrilas P.J. Quigley E.M. Clinical esophageal pH recording: a technical review for practice guideline development. Gastroenterology. 1996; 110: 1982-1996 Abstract Full Text Full Text PDF PubMed Scopus (413) Google Scholar Traditionally, transnasal catheters are used to monitor esophageal pH, but patient comfort and modification of diet and activity may influence test reliability. 2 Fass R. Hell R. Sampliner R.E. et al. Effect of ambulatory 24-hour esophageal pH monitoring on reflux-provoking activities. Dig Dis Sci. 1999; 44 ([see comment]): 2263-2269 Crossref PubMed Scopus (141) Google Scholar

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