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World J Gastroenterol. Sep 7, 2007; 13(33): 4417-4422
Published online Sep 7, 2007. doi: 10.3748/wjg.v13.i33.4417
Published online Sep 7, 2007. doi: 10.3748/wjg.v13.i33.4417
Table 3 Benefits and limitations of commonly used diagnostic tests
Study | Advantages | Disadvantages |
Barium esophagram | Readily available | Inadequate screen for GORD |
Evaluates upper GI structure | Results are operator dependent | |
24-h pH probe | Quantification of reflux | Requires hospitalization |
Evaluates atypical symptoms Monitors medical treatment | Requires special equipment and trained personnel | |
Endoscopy with biopsy | Evaluates persistent GORD, PUD, H Pylori infection, allergic enteropathy and Barrett’s oesophagus | Invasive and requires sedation/general anaesthesia |
- Citation: Saedon M, Gourgiotis S, Germanos S. Is there a changing trend in surgical management of gastroesophageal reflux disease in children? World J Gastroenterol 2007; 13(33): 4417-4422
- URL: https://www.wjgnet.com/1007-9327/full/v13/i33/4417.htm
- DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.3748/wjg.v13.i33.4417