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[Current indications of esophageal pH-monitoring]
H Armas Ramos1, M Molina Arias, L Peña Quintana
1Grupo de Trabajo de la Sociedad Española de Gastroenterología, Hepatología y Nutrición Pediátrica (SEGHNP) de la AEP, Spain. harmas@ull.es
Anales Espanoles De Pediatria
|January 17, 2002
Summary
Infant regurgitation is common, often requiring pH monitoring for accurate diagnosis. This consensus statement guides when to use esophageal pH monitoring for gastroesophageal reflux in infants.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Gastroenterology
- Infant Health
- Diagnostic Procedures
Context:
- Infant regurgitation is a frequent reason for pediatric consultations.
- Accurate diagnosis necessitates appropriate pH monitoring equipment and technique.
- This consensus statement is from the Spanish Society of Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition.
Purpose:
- To provide guidelines on the indications for esophageal pH monitoring in infants.
- To establish a consensus on the diagnostic approach to infant regurgitation.
- To outline the role of pH monitoring in managing gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD).
Summary:
- Esophageal pH monitoring is indicated for infants with persistent reflux symptoms despite treatment.
- It helps correlate gastroesophageal reflux with non-digestive symptoms.
- The procedure aids in evaluating the efficacy of medical or surgical treatments for GERD.
Impact:
- Improved diagnostic accuracy for infant regurgitation and GERD.
- Standardized approach to pH monitoring in pediatric practice.
- Enhanced management strategies for infants suffering from gastroesophageal reflux.
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