The stomach, a J-shaped organ located in the upper abdomen, can be broadly divided into four main regions: the cardia, fundus ...

The esophagus is an essential part of the digestive system, serving as a conduit for food and liquids from the mouth to the ...

Connective Tissue: Supports, connects, and separates different types of tissues and organs in the body. It provides structural support, transports nutrients and waste products, and plays a role in ...

Esophageal manometry, also known as an esophageal motility study, is a test used to diagnose problems involving the movement and function of your esophagus (the tube that runs from your throat to your ...

The American Gastroenterological Association (AGA) released a new clinical practice guideline on the surveillance of Barrett's esophagus, the only known precursor to esophageal cancer (adenocarcinoma) ...

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The esophagus plays a crucial role in the digestive system, acting as a conduit for food and liquids from the mouth to the stomach. Maintaining its function is essential for overall digestive health.

Achalasia is a rare disorder where the lower esophageal sphincter (LES) fails to relax. It’s also marked by the loss of peristalsis, the muscle waves that push food down the esophagus. The root cause ...

Although it’s not fully clear why you get a Schatzki ring, there are a few theories. One cause might be gastroesophageal reflux disease, or GERD. This is an ongoing condition where stomach acid and ...

Chest pain when swallowing is usually due to problems with your esophagus, including esophagitis and motility disorders that affect the movement of food down the esophagus. Esophageal injuries caused ...

If you suffer from gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), you may develop a symptom called water brash. This happens when your body makes too much saliva, causing it to mix with your stomach acid and ...