title: Minimizing endoscopic complications--gastric and esophageal physiologic testing.
abstract: This article focuses on minimizing endoscopic complications associated with esophageal physiologic testing. A historical background is provided. The article then details traditional evaluation of the esophagus and stomach, as well as Bravo pH testing.
authors.affiliation: Division of Gastroenterology, Georgetown University Hospital, 3800 Reservoir Road, Northwest, Washington, DC 20007, USA. benjamis@gunet.georgetown.edu
authors.forename: Stanley B
authors.initials: SB
authors.lastname: Benjamin
authors.forename: Kathleen A
authors.initials: KA
authors.lastname: Maher
mesh_terms: D016099:Endoscopy, Gastrointestinal / Q000009:adverse effects*; D004947:Esophagus / Q000503:physiopathology*; D005745:Gastric Acidity Determination; D005767:Gastrointestinal Diseases / Q000503:physiopathology / Q000601:surgery*; D005769:Gastrointestinal Motility / Q000502:physiology*; D006801:Humans; D006863:Hydrogen-Ion Concentration; D011183:Postoperative Complications / Q000517:prevention & control*; D011300:Preoperative Care / Q000379:methods*