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Esophageal Manometry: Fundamentals and Diagnostic Insights

Deepalakshmi K

Citation Information : K D. Esophageal Manometry: Fundamentals and Diagnostic Insights. 2024; 12 (1):20-23.

DOI: 10.5005/njp-11056-0006

License: CC BY-NC 4.0

Published Online: 14-02-2026

Copyright Statement:  Copyright © 2024; The Author(s).


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