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Area of Science:

  • Gastroenterology
  • Neurogastroenterology
  • Motility Disorders

Background:

  • Neurogastroenterology and motility disorders affect a significant portion of gastroenterology referrals.
  • Standard diagnostic tests are often normal, necessitating specialized motility testing.
  • A lack of dedicated facilities and training leads to suboptimal patient care.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To provide an up-to-date overview on organizing and developing a motility laboratory.
  • To offer a stepwise approach for setting up motility facilities in academic and community practices.
  • To address the rationale, infrastructure, staffing, testing, billing, training, and economic aspects of establishing a motility lab.

Main Methods:

  • Review of collective experiences in setting up motility facilities.
  • Stepwise approach for laboratory setup.
  • Inclusion of common motility tests, clinical utility, billing, and training needs.

Main Results:

  • Motility laboratories are central to diagnostic and therapeutic procedures for gastrointestinal motility disorders.
  • Common tests include esophageal manometry, anorectal manometry, and breath tests.
  • Accurate diagnosis via these tests guides management, including medications, therapies, and procedures.
  • Recent developments in billing, coding, and training requirements are highlighted.

Conclusions:

  • Establishing a dedicated motility laboratory is essential for accurate diagnosis and effective management of Neurogastroenterology and motility disorders.
  • This review provides a comprehensive framework for developing such facilities.
  • Optimizing patient care requires addressing infrastructure, staffing, testing protocols, and financial considerations.