Specialist Oesophageal Manometry Testing in Brisbane

Oesophageal Manometry

High Resolution Oesophageal Manometry (Oesophageal Mano).

Oesophageal manometry examines the movement and pressures of your oesophagus. At the Reflux and Swallowing Center, this test is performed by an experienced technician and is interpreted by Dr Ali Zad, a gastroenterologist with dedicated expertise in the motility of the oesophagus.

How is Oesophageal Manometry Performed?

This test will involve the placement of a small catheter through your nasal passage, or nostril, and then swallowed into your oesophagus with drinks of water. The catheter is a bit thicker than the power cord for a smartphone. You will be able to swallow, talk and breathe without any difficulty during the test. We will record the movement and pressures of your oesophagus as you drink small amounts of water. Your appointment will take about 1 hour. The tube will be in your nose and down your oesophagus for 15 to 20 minutes.

You should not eat or drink after midnight the night before your test when scheduled for a morning appointment. If scheduled for an afternoon appointment, you may have clear liquids until 9 a.m. on the day of your exam, then nothing by mouth after that time. Your doctor might additionally recommend fasting except for clear liquids at least 24 hours before the procedure You can take most of your typical morning medications with small sips of water. Please notify the nurse if you have diabetes and take insulin.

Why is it performed?

Oesophageal manometry is performed in order to determine the cause for symptoms such as difficulty swallowing or regurgitation, and is useful for planning surgery for treating gastroesophageal reflux disease (GORD) . It is also important for the accurate placement of an ambulatory reflux monitoring catheter (a separate test).