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What is the procedure?
This procedure is performed to give the physician an accurate assessment of
muscle function in the esophagus. It also helps to determine whether or not acid
is entering the esophagus from the stomach. The procedure takes 45-90 minutes.
When you arrive, a nurse will sit down with you, take your blood pressure,
discuss your medical history, and explain the exam.
To perform this exam small tube needs to be passed through your nose, down the
esophagus and into the stomach region. This study requires no sedation, although
a medication may be used to stimulate muscle contraction. A heart monitor may be
used during this exam.
After you are comfortable on the exam table, a nurse will place the small tube.
This tube is used to measure the muscle function of the esophagus and to measure
any acid that may be entering the esophagus. Because this tube is so small it
will not interfere with your normal breathing. Taking slow deep breaths during
the exam will help you to relax and remain calm. You may be asked to do a number
of things to help observe muscle function.
You will be able to resume your normal diet and activities following this exam.
If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to discuss them with us.
When performed by a knowledgeable and competent nurse, esophageal motility study
is a very low risk procedure. Very rarely, bleeding or perforation (tearing)
injuries may occur. Other risks include the reaction to medication, irritation
at the site of the injection, or complications due to other medical problems
that you may already have. Death from this procedure is extremely rare, but the
possibility does exist.
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Newsflash
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 The Tacoma Endoscopy Center and the Tacoma Digestive Disease Center have
earned the certificate of accreditation by the Accreditation Association for
Ambulatory Health Care, Inc.
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