| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2971194 | The Journal of Heart and Lung Transplantation | 2010 | 6 Pages |
Abstract
The lipid index is an effective, non-invasive screening test that provides direct evidence of esophageal aspiration. Patients with high positive results should proceed to surgical assessment for Nissen fundoplication.
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Authors
Peter M. FRACP, Fiona FRACP, Edwina FRCPA, Linda BSc, Judith DipMedTech, Lenore BAppSc, CT(Asc), Coral BTech(Biol), IAC,, Michael FRACP, Daniel FRACP, MD, David FRACS, Keith FRACP,