This is due to the UES moving completely off the sensor as it moves orad with the swallow. |
The application of cricoid pressure compensates for decreased UES tone by compressing the proximal esophageal lumen between the cricoid cartilage and the cervical vertebrae. |
Pharyngeal and upper esophageal sphincter manometry provides the clinician with an objective means of measuring pharyngeal and UES coordination and quantitative pressures. |
Sample exhibitors included Palladium, Sperry Topsiders, K-Swiss, Hunter Boots, Lacoste, UES, Superga, K-Swiss and Fossil. |