The goal of this examination is to monitor pressure changes in the esophagus and esophageal sphincter during swallowing and other physiological activities. The examination uses a modern high-resolution manometry method that maps esophageal motility in detail.

Thanks to modern high-resolution manometry, functional disorders of the esophageal muscles and lower esophageal sphincter can be evaluated in detail, which is crucial for diagnosing conditions causing difficulty swallowing or chest pain, such as achalasia or other disorders.

The examination requires the patient’s cooperation; the patient swallows a small amount of water as directed by the doctor. The measurement itself is performed while lying down and sitting, with a thin manometric probe inserted through the nose into the esophagus up to the area of the lower esophageal sphincter. The entire process takes approximately 20–30 minutes.

Preparation for the examination

• Discontinue medications that affect esophageal motility 2 days before the examination (Motilium, Kinito, Gapulsid, Diacordin... and opioids after consulting the doctor who prescribed them).
• Fast for 6 hours—do not eat, drink, or smoke.
• Do not suck on candy or chew gum for 3 hours.

After the examination, you may leave without any restrictions, unless the doctor instructs otherwise.