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Why can't i have sedation for esophageal manometry?
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Alter results : Any 'sedation' may influence the accuracy of the results...Manometry essentially measures a few items: pressure and proper direction of contractions in the body of the esophagus and pressure and appropriately timed relaxation of the sphincter of the esophagus.
Answered 8/22/2019
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Sedation: Usually that study is done without sedation, but some patients cannot tolerate it so light sedation can be used and still get good study results.
Answered 10/27/2018
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