Gastrointestinal Physiology
The GI Physiology service, based at the Northern General Hospital, provides a regional service to the local hospitals and investigates approximately 3000 patients annually. The department is a regional training unit and undertakes undergraduate and post graduate research.
The investigations undertaken utilise state of the art equipment including high resolution oesophageal manometry, 3D high definition anorectal manometry, 3D ultrasound for evaluation of the integrity of the anal sphincter complex and TNM staging of rectal cancer. A full range of GI investigations are provided including oesophageal pH and impedance monitoring, Bilitec, small bowel motility studies, hydrogen and urea breath testing, electrogastrography and the department also provides a retraining service for patients with pelvic floor dysfunction. Patients are now also being offered Posterior Tibial Nerve Stimulation – a recent development for the treatment of faecal incontinence.
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