A comparison between gastroesophagheal ultrasonography vs. barium swallow in determining the pattern of gastroesophageal reflux in a pediatric population
Abstract:Background: Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is one of the most common gastrointestinal pathology in infants and young children. Ultrasonography (US) has been considered to be a reliable diagnostic tool for GERD but the severity of GERD and the clinical implications based on imaging findings has not been evaluated. Aims: To compare the diagnostic value of lower esophageal US with that of barium swallow in demonstrating the severity of GERD. Materials and methods: Fifty one pediatric patients, age between… Show more
“…It is applied to detect hiatal hernia and esophageal stricture [8]. Barium contrast study can show hiatus hernia which can be small or large sac (Figures 3-5).…”
“…It is applied to detect hiatal hernia and esophageal stricture [8]. Barium contrast study can show hiatus hernia which can be small or large sac (Figures 3-5).…”
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