Esophageal

Esophageal

Esophageal (pronounced: ih-SOF-uh-guhl) refers to anything related to the esophagus, the muscular tube that carries food and liquids from the throat to the stomach for digestion after swallowing.

Etymology

The term "esophageal" is derived from the Greek word "oisophagos" which means "gullet". It was first used in the English language in the late 14th century.

Related Terms

• Esophagus: The muscular tube that connects the throat (pharynx) with the stomach. The esophagus lies between the windpipe (trachea) and the spine. It passes down the neck, pierces the diaphragm just to the left of the midline, and joins the upper, or cardiac, end of the stomach.
• Esophageal cancer: A disease in which malignant (cancer) cells form in the tissues of the esophagus.
• Esophageal varices: Abnormal, enlarged veins in the lower part of the esophagus.
• Esophageal atresia: A congenital medical condition which affects the alimentary tract and causes difficulty in swallowing.
• Esophageal stricture: A narrowing or tightening of the esophagus that causes swallowing difficulties.
• Esophageal reflux: A condition in which stomach contents regurgitate back into the esophagus.
• Esophageal manometry: A test to measure the function of the lower esophageal sphincter and the muscles of the esophagus.
• Esophageal spasm: A disorder of motility of the esophagus.
• Esophageal dysphagia: Difficulty swallowing that arises from the esophagus.

External links

• Medical encyclopedia article on Esophageal
• Wikipedia's article - Esophageal

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