Esophageal Function Tests are Not Associated with Barium Swallow Findings in Advanced Lung Disease
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DOI: 10.1007/s00455-020-10113-2
Abstract: Gastroesophageal reflux disease and esophageal dysmotility are common in patients with advanced lung disease (ALD) and are associated with worse outcomes. Assessing esophageal function in these patients is relevant for determining pulmonary transplant eligibility and… read more here.
Keywords: advanced lung; lung disease; disease; barium swallow ... See more keywords
Devices for esophageal function testing
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DOI: 10.1016/j.vgie.2021.08.012
Abstract: Background and Aims Esophageal function testing is an integral component of the evaluation of refractory GERD and esophageal motility disorders. This review summarizes the current technologies available for esophageal function testing, including the functional luminal… read more here.
Keywords: motility disorders; esophageal function; esophageal motility; function testing ... See more keywords