Ambulatory esophageal manometry in the evaluation of unexplained chest pain.
Ambulatory esophageal manometry is a relatively new technology, widely accepted as a research tool in the study of esophageal motility disorders. Its role as a clinical tool has been more controversial. This paper reviews current opinions regarding the use of this diagnostic tool, and attempts to summarize the advantages and shortcomings of this technology as it has been employed in the evaluation of unexplained chest pain.
Leite
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Department of Medicine, Graduate Hospital, Philadelphia, PA 19146, USA.
Castell
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D002637:Chest Pain / Q000209:etiology*; D015154:Esophageal Motility Disorders / Q000150:complications / Q000175:diagnosis*; D006801:Humans; D008365:Manometry; D018670:Monitoring, Ambulatory