Gastroparesis is associated with abnormal gastric motility characterized by delayed gastric emptying without any obvious mechanical gastric outlet obstruction or blockage. Gastroparesis is associated with significant morbidity and mortality. It is pertinent to make a timely diagnosis of gastroparesis so that prompt treatment can be initiated. The purpose of this clinical review article is to help the internist and the primary care providers to get a better idea of various diagnostic modalities used in diagnosing gastroparesis. We have also discussed the advantages and disadvantages of various diagnostic modalities based on the latest evidence.
Keywords: 13 c breath test; a gastrointestinal failure score; electrogastrography; gastric emptying of radiopaque markers; gastric emptying scintigraphy; gastroparesis; gastroparesis in critical care; paracetamol absorption; wireless motility capsule.
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