Classic techniques like videofluoroscopy, stationary manometry, and ambulatory 24 h pH-metry are routinely used in the clinic to study patients with dysphagia, chest pain and reflux-related symptoms.

The diagnosis and optimal treatment of the extraesophageal complications of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) have been long-standing topics in evolution. A decade ago, it was believed that ...

While there are a variety of other variables and protocols to be followed to ensure our food supply remains safe, a basic understanding of pH and how it is measured is crucial to food production.

Disorders of gastrointestinal motility are frequently seen in clinical practice. Apart from motility disorders, factors leading to lowered visceroperception thresholds are recognized as commonly ...

The pH scale is used to measure the acidity of a fluid. The pH scale ranges from 0 to 14. A pH of 7 is neutral, whereas a pH result below 7 is acidic and above 7 is alkaline. Urine has the widest ...

LAS VEGAS, NV--(Marketwire - Oct 22, 2012) - Given Imaging Ltd (NASDAQ: GIVN), a world leader in GI medical devices and pioneer of capsule endoscopy, today announced data from numerous studies ...

The pH measures how acidic or alkaline a person’s urine is. Ideally, the pH of urine should be around 6.0 to 7.5, but a wider range is usually acceptable. Doctors often test the urine pH and carry out ...

Hackensack Meridian Health Riverview Medical Center in Red Bank, N.J., opened a Digestive Care Center inside its ASC, TapInto reports. Here's what you should know. 1. The Digestive Disease Center will ...