Manometry is a measurement of pressure, using a pressure-sensing device.The device detects the pressure that different muscles produce when they activate and its very useful for a gastroenterologist in diagnosing various GI disorders. <\/p>\n
Esophageal manometry is a test that shows whether your esophagus(food pipe) is working properly.When you swallow, your esophagus contracts and pushes food into your stomach through a movement called as peristalsis. An esophageal manometry test measures two types of muscle activity \u2013 1) Peristalsis 2) Functioning of Upper and Lower esophageal sphincter.<\/p>\n
High-resolution manometry (HRM) works by placing a catheter plotted with high-resolution pressure sensors inside your esophagus. Multiple sensors, spaced 1cm apart, span your esophagus and measure muscle contractions. They transmit data to a computer, which converts it into a topographical pressure map which is interpreted by Gastroenterologist.<\/p>\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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