Reference values for stationary and 24-hour ambulatory esophageal manometry and pH data in hispanic population

It has not yet been determined whether values obtained with stationary esophageal motility test are similar to those obtained with the 24-h procedure. Furthermore, there are no normal values established for esophageal pH and motility parameters in a Hispanic population. Reflux symptoms, endoscopy, Helicobacter pylori, stationary esophageal manometry, and combined 24-h pH-manometry were evaluated in 12 healthy volunteers. Three subjects also underwent 24-h esophageal bilirubin monitoring. Mean lower esophageal sphincter pressure measured stationary was lower ( p