Date of Award
Spring 1973
Document Type
Thesis - Restricted
Degree Name
Master of Science (MS)
Department
Biomedical Engineering
First Advisor
Linehan, John, H.
Second Advisor
Dodds, W. J.
Third Advisor
Lewis, James L.
Abstract
Normal esophageal function is determined by the ability of the esophagus to generate a sequential muscle contraction along its length during a swallow (peristalsis). The degree of muscle contraction is normally quantitated as a pressure force as measured by a water infused catheter placed distally in the esophageal body and attached proximally, to a pressure transducer. The purpose of this study is to determine whether this is presently an accurate recording system to measure esophageal pressure, and, if not, to make specific recommendations to improve these measurements.
Recommended Citation
Stef, John J., "Intraluminal Pressure Measurements during Esophageal Peristalsis : An Analysis of the Infused Catheter Technique" (1973). Master's Theses (1922-2009) Access restricted to Marquette Campus. 4211.
https://epublications.marquette.edu/theses/4211