Abstract
99mTc colloid scintigraphy is a sensitive technique for the detection of gastro-oesophageal reflux, compared to X-ray studies. A quantification index of reflux is used and can be of value when there is concern about the significance of a positive result. Continuous monitoring during one hour increases by 25% the detection of reflux in comparison with a 30 min test. In our series, no case of lung aspiration was recognized using this technique. The scintiscanning index cannot predict the existence of an associated oesophagitis.
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Piepsz, A., Georges, B., Perlmutter, N. et al. Gastro-oesophageal scintiscanning in children. Pediatr Radiol 11, 71–74 (1981). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF00971782
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