Use of Esophageal pH Monitoring to Minimize Proton-Pump Inhibitor Utilization in Patients with Gastroesophageal Reflux Symptoms

ConclusionsIn patients with GER symptoms, esophageal pHmetry may avert PPI use in 50%. In the era of caution regarding PPIs, early testing may provide assurance and justification.

Source: Digestive Diseases and Sciences - September 15, 2018 Category: Gastroenterology Source Type: research