Distal contractile integral measurement and vascular compression in the esophagus: a problem unsolved?

ConclusionsSVC is a common finding in esophageal HRM study, particularly in the supine position. Occasionally, its contribution to DCI value is sufficiently great to masquerade esophageal hypocontractility. Different manometric protocols may be required in patients with SVC.
Source: Esophagus - Category: Gastroenterology Source Type: research