Acid monitoring in the esophagus: the method of conducting the investigation and analyzing the results

Slopper Phrong With sponsorship in this test, the acidity is monitored in the esophagus for 24 hours, as this test is performed for patients with heartburn to diagnose gastro -harvesting reflux (Gerd – gastrosophageal reflux disease), in this case there is a weakness with a muscle that forms a valve of the esophagus and stomas. valve. esophagus, which is a phenomenon characterized by a sense of heartburn and the return from acids to the mouth. If this happens during the laying, the patient may suffer from suffocation, east and night cough, the best way to diagnose gastro -intestinal reflux is the observation of acidity in the esophagus. The risk category This test is performed for people with acid or visual reflux to find out the causes and diagnose the condition to treat it. The method of performing the exam in the past was examined in the esophagus by placing a nasogastric tube in the nose in the stomach, then the pH is measured with the pH meter and is connected to the tube. This method was abandoned because of the hardships caused by the patient. As far as the new way is concerned, a small capsule is placed in the esophagus and it will broadcast it in the esophagus for an external receiving device that is usually worn on the body, after a few days of the test, the capsule and naturally comes from the body, as the capsule is not intended for regular use. General warnings This investigation does not pose any risks, but rarely patients with a strange body in the esophagus. During pregnancy: The investigation is not conducted during pregnancy. Breastfeeding: There are no special warnings. Children and babies are not special warnings. Elderly: Management: It can be difficult for the patient to drive if the doctor uses a drug. Medicines that affect the result of the investigation. The doctor should be informed about all the medications that are eaten, as there are medications that may affect the accuracy of the investigation, and the following includes: antacid medication. Cimetidine (ranitidine). Corticosteroids. Results -Danalysis The results of the investigation can be clarified as follows: Natural result: The moderate pH of the acid level is 7. The pathological result: If the pH is less than 7, it means the following: Parret. Struggling to swallow. Esoplasty Gastro -Reflux. Heart of the stomach.