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General Anesthesia Does Not Affect Functional Lumen Imaging Probe Measurements in Nonadvanced Achalasia

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: Achalasia is characterized by failed lower esophageal sphincter (LES) relaxation and absent peristalsis1. Functional lumen imaging probe (FLIP) is an adjunctive tool to aid in achalasia diagnosis and management2. The latest data comparing the effect of conscious sedation (midazolam and fentanyl) and monitored anesthesia care (MAC) on FLIP found no significant clinical effect on FLIP motility evaluation relative to high-resolution esophageal manometry diagnosis between conscious sedation and MAC3.

Source: Techniques and Innovations in Gastrointestinal Endoscopy

DOI: 10.1016/j.tige.2025.250936

Authors: SALIH SAMO, FALAK HAMO, KYLE YUQUIMPO, AJAY BANSAL, PETER J. KAHRILAS, AMY PICHOFF

Institutions: University of Kansas Medical Center, Northwestern University, The University of Kansas Health System

Language: English

Topic: Gastroesophageal reflux and treatments

Subfield: Gastroenterology

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: hybrid

Estimated APC paid: $2,180