Functional disorders of the esophagus. Radiologic diagnosis
Schima, W.; Pokieser, P.; Schober, E.
Der Radiologe 35(10): 693-702
1995
ISSN/ISBN: 0033-832X PMID: 7501795 Document Number: 441615
Radiological evaluation of esophageal motility and the lower esophageal sphincter has gained increased attention in recent years. Videofluoroscopic investigation of esophageal motor function is superior to static film radiography, as repeated analysis of the videotaped recordings is possible. With emphasis on radiological techniques, normal esophageal physiology and motility and a variety of esophageal motor disorders are discussed in this review paper. Radiological evaluation of gastroesophageal reflux and reflux esophagitis is described. Clinical and radiological findings in esophageal motility disorders and gastroesophageal reflux disease and the radiological efficacy compared to that of manometry and pH-metry are discussed.