What is colonic manometry?

Also known as: colon manometry.

If a person has problems digesting food or passing it through the body, a colonic manometry may be performed. This procedure involves using a colonoscope to place a catheter in the colon (large intestines) in order to check its function.

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Reviewed by: Carrie Firestone Baum, MD

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