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Esophageal manometry measures and records esophageal sphincter (a ring like muscle that constricts and relaxes as required to assist with normal body functions) pressure, duration, and sequence of the esophageal contractions. An analysis and interpretation is completed, by your physician, of the muscle functioning of the esophagus.
While you are sitting upright, a small catheter (about the size of a blade of grass) is gently passed through your nostril and eased into your esophagus to the desired area. You will be asked to lie down and then pressure recordings are obtained (this is not painful). The catheter is then removed and you may leave. Your physician will then do the interpretation of those measurements.
PATIENT INSTRUCTIONS:
• Do not eat or drink anything 6 hours prior.
• Please arrive at the Center 15 minutes prior to the procedure.
MEDICATIONS:
There are medications (prokinetic agents, calcium channel blockers, muscle relaxants, etc) that may affect the contractility of the esophagus. Please follow your physician recommendations regarding these medications. Not following the recommendations may result in cancellation of your procedure.
Your physician wants you to:
a) Continue your present medications without any changes.
b) Discontinue your medication___________________ for _________days prior to your esophageal manometry.
- You may take your other medications with a small sip of water, unless otherwise instructed by your physician.
- You will not be sedated or need an IV.
- You may come alone, you may drive, you may go to work, and do your normal daily activities.
- The procedure lasts approximately 20-30 minutes from start to finish.
Please call 371-1519 and ask for Staci Anderson, RN for any clinical (not scheduling) questions.
Patient Name:_______________________________Diagnosis:_______________Physician:_____________
Esophageal Manometry Procedure Date:____________________ Arrival Time:______________________
Special Instructions:________________________________________________________________________
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Austin Gastroenterology, PA
8015 Shoal Creek Blvd., Suite 300
Austin, Texas 78757
512-371-1519
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