Double-contrast esophagrams. The prone technique
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Updated: Aug 18, 2026

Simultaneous Laryngopharyngeal and Conventional Esophageal pH Monitoring
Published on: December 14, 2020
Abstract:
The authors describe a simple method for obtaining double-contrast images of the lower esophagus with the patient in a prone position. This technique has a high success rate, allows repeated imaging, and is easily incorporated into routine upper gastrointestinal studies. Diagnostic double-contrast studies were obtained in 78% of 28 patients. Ten abnormalities, including a Mallory-Weiss tear, were demonstrated. Single-contrast esophagrams, performed immediately afterwards, demonstrated only six abnormalities.
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