Esophageal
manometry is a test that measures pressures in your esophagus
to see if it is functioning properly. The test provides
information that assists your physician in the diagnosis of
patients with swallowing difficulties and non-cardiac related
chest pain. Esophageal manometry is also used for evaluation
for procedures prior to surgery. A small very flexible
catheter (tube about the size of a small drinking straw) will
be gently inserted through the nose into the esophagus. This
catheter is attached to a machine that records and analyzes
the pressure measurements from the sensors on the catheter.
This information helps your physician to diagnose your illness
and plan the best treatment for you.
Before the Procedure:
You may have your regular
meals on the day before the test.
Do not eat or drink anything
after midnight. This also includes chewing gum, mints and
hard candies.
No smoking.
You will be asked to sign an
informed consent and provide information regarding
allergies, medicines you are now taking, existing medical
conditions and previous surgeries.
During the Procedure:
Your nostrils will be numbed
with an anesthetic gel to allow for easier placement of
the catheter. A cotton-tipped applicator (Q-tip like) will
be inserted and removed, followed by introduction of the
catheter.
No sedatives will be given
for this test.
The test lasts 15 to 20
minutes.
You will be asked to lie
quietly during the test and swallow small amounts of water
several times until the data collection is complete.
After the Procedure:
You may resume your normal
daily activities, diet and medications after the test. If
your throat was sprayed to numb your throat, you must wait
at least one hour to eat or drink. Since no sedatives are
given you will be able to drive yourself home.
Your nostril or throat may
be slightly sore for 1-2 days.
Please schedule a follow-up
visit with your physician to discuss the results of the
test.
If you experience any
problems after the test, please contact your physician.
Questions or Concerns? Esophageal Manometry is an important diagnostic test. If
you have any questions or concerns, please call our office
at 512-901-4735.
Your test will be performed at: The Austin Diagnostic Clinic, Gastroenterology
Department (map)
12221 N. Mopac Expressway, 1st floor, north entrance
Austin, Texas 78759
(inside North Austin Medical Center)
Please check-in at the
front desk.
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