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[Dynamic biliary manometry: display modelling and graphic interpretation].

Abstract

Tendencies of development of biliary manometry have been analyzed. Key advantages and problems of manometric investigation of biliary tracts have been summarized. New method of graphic registration and pressure monitoring in biliary tracts called biliary manometry has been suggested. Characteristic types of manometric curves were determined using stand modelling, their physical and mathematical analysis was conducted, clinical analogues have been suggested. The emphasis has been made on expediency of its further elaboration and clinical application.

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O L Tkachuk, I M Shevchuk. 2003. [Dynamic biliary manometry: display modelling and graphic interpretation].. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/14730876/

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