(By means of a strip measuring acid down the esophagus for 48 hours, and it is removed automatically)
A requirement for an accurate reflux diagnosis
– Determine the level of reflux strength
– Complications from reflux (cough, sore throat or sinusitis, ear pain)
– To determine the treatment (gastric banding) or pharmacological (appropriate type of medicine)
– Requirement for some surgeries (gastric banding and sleeve gastrectomy)
– Nausea and vomiting
