pH Monitoring (Bravo)

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Bravo is the world’s first catheter-free pH monitoring system for diagnosing heartburn and GERD. It enables the doctor to evaluate the patient’s heartburn symptoms to determine the frequency and amount of acid refluxing into the esophagus.  This test allows patients to maintain their regular diet and activities and minimizes throat and nasal discomfort associated with conventional catheter-based pH systems.

Bravo test involves a miniature pH capsule, approximately the size of a gelcap that is attached to the patient’s esophagus.  Throughout the test period, the Bravo capsule measures the pH in the esophagus and transmits the information to a small external pager-sized receiver worn on the belt or waistband.  The patient is given a diary to write down the times when he / she have reflux symptoms, when eating or when lying down.  After the test is completed, the diary and the Bravo receiver are returned to the doctor. This information is then used to provide a comprehensive report so the doctor can diagnose the situation.

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