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Esophageal pH monitoring

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Esophageal pH monitoring

Alternative Names: pH monitoring - esophageal; Esophageal acidity test Normal Values: Normal values vary from person to person, and with different equipment and technique. What abnormal results mean: Text Continues Below An increased frequency or duration of acid in the esophagus often correlates with: Heartburn Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) Esophageal scarring Reflux esophagitis Dysphagia (a late symptom of esophageal scarring) To determine the extent and severity of esophagitis, if present, further studies may be indicated: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy Barium swallow

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