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Esophageal manometry - Results
Alternative Names
Esophageal motility studies; Esophageal function studies
Normal Values:
The LES pressure and muscle contractions are normal when you swallow.
What abnormal results mean:
Abnormal results may indicate the following:
- Achalasia
- Diffuse esophageal spasm
- Lack of muscle coordination
- Reviewed last on: 7/25/2006
- Jenifer K. Lehrer, MD, Department of Gastroenterology, Frankford-TorresdaleHospital, Jefferson Health System, Philadelphia, PA. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.
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