Esophageal manometry is an outpatient test used to identify problems with movement and pressure in the esophagus that may lead to problems like heartburn. The esophagus is the "food pipe" leading from ...

Esophageal diverticula can be categorized as (1) true diverticula that contain all the layers of the esophageal wall, (2) false diverticula that contain only the mucosa, and (3) intramural diverticula ...

FULLERTON, Calif. (KABC) -- The latest findings reveal esophageal cancer rates are up across the board. Many factors can raise your risk, including your line of work. A recently FDA-approved, ...

Esophageal diverticulum is a fairly rare condition. Treatment is usually only needed if you have other underlying conditions or it becomes severe. Here’s what you need to know. A diverticulum is a ...

At either end of the esophagus the ciliated epithelium gives rise to esophageal glands. The upper esophagus is derived from branchial arches 4, 5, and 6, but the derivation of the lower esophagus is ...

A benign esophageal stricture is a narrowing of the esophagus, or food pipe, which is the tube that runs from the throat to the stomach. Benign means that it is noncancerous. Taking medications to ...

Smita Joshi, who specializes in treating gastrointestinal cancers, says drinking hot beverages should not be a cause for concern regarding esophageal cancer risk. Note: This story was originally ...

The esophageal sphincters are bands of muscles at the top and bottom of the esophagus — the muscular tube that passes food and drink from the mouth to the stomach. Esophageal sphincters open and close ...

Peptic strictures, caused by acid reflux, account for nearly 68% of esophageal stricture cases. Esophageal strictures are classified as simple or complex based on length, shape, and treatment ...

Because iron deficiency anemia is a part of the syndrome, laboratory findings consistent with iron deficiency anemia are necessary for the diagnosis. The latter includes microcytic anemia with a low ...

Ulcers can be painful and frustrating, but sticking to a strict esophageal ulcer diet can help you through the healing process. Ulcers can develop throughout the gastrointestinal tract, so it's ...