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pH Probe Impedance

These tests are used to measure how often material refluxes from the stomach back into the esophagus (gastroesophageal reflux).

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Sigmoidoscopy

A sigmoidoscopy is a test that allows the doctor to look directly at the lining of the lower end of the large intestine using a flexible tube that has a light and video chip at the end.

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Upper Endoscopy

An upper endoscopy is a test that allows your child’s doctor to examine the lining of the esophagus (swallowing tube), stomach, and duodenum (first part of the small intestine).

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Our Clinics

Massage Therapy maintains clinics on the main campus of Nationwide Children’s Hospital and at other locations in Ohio.

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Banding of Esophageal Varices

Sometimes varices can bleed or be at high risk of bleeding. One way to control this is to put a “band” on the vein so that it clots and then will not bleed.

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Botox Injection (Anal Sphincter and Pyloric Sphincters)

Your child’s doctor may recommend Botox® injection of the anal sphincter under selected circumstances, such as when the child is having difficulty with stooling.

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Percutaneous Gastrostomy (PEG) Tube Placement & Care

Some children need a tube placed in their stomach to allow them to get adequate nutrition if they cannot take in enough by mouth or if they have a swallowing problem.

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Esophageal Dilatation

Sometimes a child can develop narrowing in the esophagus (swallowing tube) that requires dilatation (stretching) to allow for easy passage of food and liquids.

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Double Balloon Enteroscopy (DBE)

Double balloon enteroscopy (DBE) allows for direct visualization of the entire small intestine with the ability to obtain biopsies, to remove polyps, or to treat a bleeding site.

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C-13 Urea for Helicobacter

One test that can be used to look for infection with H. pylori is a C-13 breath test, where your child is given a special drink and then will be asked to blow into a bag.

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