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Vertebrate organ through which food passes to the stomach
The esophagus (American English) or oesophagus (British English) (/ɪˈsɒfəɡəs, iː-/ ), also known as the gullet, is an organ in vertebrates through which
Esophagus
Precancerous tissue formation in the esophagus
Barrett's esophagus is a condition in which there is an abnormal (metaplastic) change in the mucosal cells that line the lower part of the esophagus. The cells
Barrett's_esophagus
Excessively strong or long contractions of the esophagus
Nutcracker esophagus, jackhammer esophagus, or hypercontractile peristalsis, is a disorder of the movement of the esophagus characterized by contractions
Nutcracker_esophagus
Allergic inflammatory condition of the esophagus
inflammatory condition of the esophagus that involves eosinophils, a type of white blood cell. In healthy individuals, the esophagus is typically devoid of eosinophils
Eosinophilic_esophagitis
Malignant neoplastic disease of the esophagus
English) or oesophageal cancer (British English) is cancer arising from the esophagus—the food pipe that runs between the throat and the stomach. Symptoms often
Esophageal_cancer
Radiographic sign of esophageal dysmotility
Corkscrew esophagus is a radiographic sign seen on a barium swallow in which the esophagus takes on a twisted, helical outline resembling a corkscrew.
Corkscrew_esophagus
Digestive system in humans
the food with saliva to produce a food bolus to be swallowed down the esophagus to enter the stomach. The second stage, the gastric phase, takes place
Human_digestive_system
Flow of stomach contents into the esophagus
in which stomach content persistently and regularly flows up into the esophagus, resulting in symptoms and/or complications. Symptoms include dental corrosion
Gastroesophageal reflux disease
Gastroesophageal_reflux_disease
Inability of the sphincter between the esophagus and stomach to open
closed. Without a modifier, "achalasia" usually refers to achalasia of the esophagus. Achalasia can happen at various points along the gastrointestinal tract;
Esophageal_achalasia
Type of inflammatory bowel disease
less than 0.07% of all gastrointestinal Crohn's disease. However, the esophagus and stomach are increasingly understood to be affected in people with
Crohn's_disease
Branch of medicine focused on the digestive system and its disorders
gastrointestinal tract, sometimes referred to as the GI tract, which includes the esophagus, stomach, small intestine and large intestine as well as the accessory
Gastroenterology
Entrance of abdominal organs into the middle chest through the diaphragm
and paraesophageal hernia, in which an abdominal organ moves beside the esophagus. The diagnosis may be confirmed with endoscopy or medical imaging. Endoscopy
Hiatal_hernia
Anterior part of the neck, in front of the vertebra
larynx. An important section of it is the epiglottis, separating the esophagus from the trachea (windpipe), preventing food and drinks being inhaled
Throat
Congenital discontinuity of the oesophagus
condition (birth defect) that affects the alimentary tract. It causes the esophagus to end in a blind-ended pouch rather than connecting normally to the stomach
Esophageal_atresia
Radially symmetrical contraction and relaxation of muscles
In the esophagus, two types of peristalsis occur: First, there is a primary peristaltic wave, which occurs when the bolus enters the esophagus during
Peristalsis
Burning sensation felt behind the breastbone
damage to the esophageal lining, bile acid, mechanical stimulation to the esophagus, and esophageal hypersensitivity. Heartburn affects 25% of the population
Heartburn
Esophagus as food
the esophagus as offal. The esophagus of birds as offal is typically defined by and referred to as the crop, a large pouch connected to the esophagus prior
Weasand
Tearing of the wall of the esophagus
of the esophagus or Boerhaave syndrome). Other causes of spontaneous perforation include caustic ingestion, pill esophagitis, Barrett's esophagus, infectious
Esophageal_rupture
Narrowing of the lower esophagus due to mucosal or muscular tissue
lower esophagus that can cause difficulty swallowing (dysphagia). The narrowing is caused by a ring of mucosal tissue (which lines the esophagus) or muscular
Schatzki_ring
Part of the throat that is behind the mouth and nasal cavity
the part of the throat behind the mouth and nasal cavity, and above the esophagus and trachea (the tubes going down to the stomach and the lungs respectively)
Pharynx
Anatomical structure
at the entrance to the stomach, and the esophagus. It helps to prevent reflux of stomach acid into the esophagus. It is commonly undeveloped in infants
Angle_of_His
Digestive organ
influencing digestion and overall health. The stomach is located between the esophagus and the small intestine. The pyloric sphincter controls the passage of
Stomach
2006 book by Jason Fagone
Horsemen of the Esophagus by Jason Fagone is a nonfiction book about the sport of competitive eating and the outsized American appetite. Horsemen follows
Horsemen_of_the_Esophagus
Organ system within humans and other animals
organs of the digestive system, in humans and other animals, including the esophagus, stomach, and intestines. Food taken in through the mouth is digested
Gastrointestinal_tract
Medical condition
and poorly understood medical disorder involving inflammation in the esophagus. The disease is named from the primary inflammatory process, wherein lymphocytes
Lymphocytic_esophagitis
Medical intervention
enter the esophagus or the duodenum. On the other hand, if the tube is measured too short, the tip of the NG tube may only reach the esophagus. Due to how
Intubation
Inflammation of the esophagus
oesophagitis, is a disease characterized by inflammation of the esophagus. The esophagus is a tube composed of a mucosal lining, and longitudinal and circular
Esophagitis
Indian American gastroenterologist
and academic known for his work on esophageal diseases, GERD, Barrett's esophagus, and advanced endoscopic techniques. He is a professor of medicine at
Prateek Sharma (gastroenterologist)
Prateek_Sharma_(gastroenterologist)
Process used to transport solids and liquids from the mouth to the stomach
(typically food) to pass from the mouth to the pharynx and then into the esophagus. In colloquial English, the term "swallowing" is also used to describe
Swallowing
Medical condition
esophageal dilatation, is a disorder of the esophagus in humans and other mammals, whereby the esophagus becomes abnormally enlarged. Megaesophagus may
Megaesophagus
Medical condition
spelling differences) is an abnormal connection (fistula) between the esophagus and the trachea. TEF is a common congenital abnormality, but when occurring
Tracheoesophageal_fistula
Surgical removal of all or part of the esophagus
the surgical removal of all or parts of the esophagus. The principal objective is to remove the esophagus, a part of the gastrointestinal tract. This
Esophagectomy
Tissue type
forms the outermost layer of the skin and the inner lining of the mouth, esophagus and vagina. In the epidermis of skin in mammals, reptiles, and birds,
Stratified squamous epithelium
Stratified_squamous_epithelium
Medical condition
Esophageal spasm is a disorder of motility of the esophagus. There are two types of esophageal spasm: Diffuse or distal esophageal spasm (DES), where
Esophageal_spasm
Medical condition
acids refluxing into the esophagus, normally called heartburn. Extended exposure to heartburn may erode the lining of the esophagus, leading potentially to
Esophageal_disease
Airstream mechanism for speech involving the esophagus
is an airstream mechanism for speech that involves oscillation of the esophagus. This contrasts with traditional laryngeal speech, which involves oscillation
Esophageal_speech
Medical condition
affects the small intestine and large intestine, as well as the mouth, esophagus, stomach and the anus, whereas UC primarily affects the colon and the
Inflammatory_bowel_disease
Illnesses of the digestive system
illnesses) refer to diseases involving the gastrointestinal tract, namely the esophagus, stomach, small intestine, large intestine and rectum; and the accessory
Gastrointestinal_disease
Vomiting of blood
muscle of duodenum. It may be caused by ulcers, tumors of the stomach or esophagus, varices, prolonged and vigorous retching, gastroenteritis, ingested blood
Hematemesis
Mixture of food and saliva formed by chewing
tract. The upper esophageal sphincter relaxes to allow the bolus into the esophagus. It is then propelled downward toward the stomach via peristalsis—a series
Food_bolus
Abnormal transformation of bodily tissue into intestinal tissue
stomach or the esophagus) into a type of epithelium resembling that found in the intestine. In the esophagus, this is called Barrett's esophagus. Chronic inflammation
Intestinal_metaplasia
"Lump in the throat" sensation
Globus pharyngeus (also termed globus pharyngis, globus hystericus, or globus sensation) is the persistent but painless sensation of having a pill, food
Globus_pharyngeus
Diagnostic endoscopic procedure
acid reflux – this can lead to a precancerous lesion called Barrett's esophagus Persistent emesis – vomiting Dysphagia – difficulty in swallowing Odynophagia
Esophagogastroduodenoscopy
Arthropod nervous system component
tritocerebrum split to circumvent the esophagus and begin the subesophageal ganglion. The cerebral ganglion lies dorsal to the esophagus in locusts and cockroaches
Cerebral_ganglion
Abnormal flow of intestinal contents into the stomach and esophagus
enzymes flow upward (refluxes) from the duodenum into the stomach and esophagus. Biliary reflux is often mistaken for acid reflux (gastroesophageal reflux
Biliary_reflux
Condition in horses in which the esophagus is blocked
Choke is a condition in horses in which the esophagus is blocked, usually by food material. Although the horse is still able to breathe, it is unable
Choke_(horse)
Uncoordinated contractions of the esophagus
spasm, is a condition characterized by uncoordinated contractions of the esophagus, which may cause difficulty swallowing (dysphagia) or regurgitation. In
Diffuse_esophageal_spasm
Blockage of the esophagus by a food bolus
bolus obstruction is a medical emergency caused by the obstruction of the esophagus by a food bolus. It is distinct from choking, which is an obstruction
Esophageal food bolus obstruction
Esophageal_food_bolus_obstruction
Filipino social media personality (born 2000)
Juander, and Black Rider. Her 2023 impromptu spoken-word piece "Esophagus, Esophagus" became a popular internet meme. Yasmin Marie Asistido was born and
Kween_Yasmin
Medical condition
upper esophagus or gastric inlet patch is one or more areas of tissue resembling stomach tissue which is found in the upper portion of the esophagus. Esophageal
Esophageal_inlet_patch
Anatomical hiatus
the esophageal hiatus is an opening in the diaphragm through which the esophagus and the vagus nerve pass. The esophageal hiatus is an oval opening in
Esophageal_hiatus
Therapeutic endoscopic procedure that widens the esophagus
is a therapeutic endoscopic procedure that enlarges the lumen of the esophagus. It can be used to treat a number of medical conditions that result in
Esophageal_dilation
Digestive tract with just one stomach
section: the foregut and the hindgut. The foregut consists of the mouth, esophagus, stomach, and small intestine. The hindgut consists of the large intestine
Monogastric
Interventional procedure
upper endoscopic examination to assess the esophagus for residual Barrett's esophagus. If any Barrett's esophagus is found, the disease can be treated with
Radiofrequency_ablation
Flap in the throat protecting the windpipe
to go along the esophagus toward the stomach instead. It is thus the valve that diverts passage to either the trachea or the esophagus. The epiglottis
Epiglottis
Term for structural abnormalities in cells
disease of immature red blood cells. Numerous mitotic figures In Barrett's esophagus, features that are classified as atypia but not as dysplasia are mainly:
Atypia
Medical procedure
the esophagus up into the mediastinum, being careful not to injure the pleura. These steps allow for the esophagus to become mobile. The esophagus is then
Laparoscopic hiatal hernia repair
Laparoscopic_hiatal_hernia_repair
Procedure used in medicine to look inside the body
patients with Barrett's esophagus receive endoscopies too frequently. Such societies recommend that patients with Barrett's esophagus and no cancer symptoms
Endoscopy
Sheet of internal skeletal muscle
three large openings — one for the aorta (aortic hiatus), one for the esophagus (esophageal hiatus), and one for the inferior vena cava (the caval opening)
Thoracic_diaphragm
Anterior part of the gastrointestinal tract
humans is the anterior part of the alimentary canal, from the proximal esophagus to the first half of the duodenum, at the entrance of the bile duct. Beyond
Foregut
Medical device
opening near the upper esophagus; such devices are properly termed Minnesota tubes. The tube is passed down into the esophagus and the gastric balloon
Sengstaken–Blakemore_tube
Performance skill
in which the performer passes a sword through the mouth and down the esophagus to the stomach. This feat is not swallowing in the traditional sense.
Sword_swallowing
Type of echocardiogram
containing an ultrasound transducer at its tip is passed into the patient's esophagus. This allows image and Doppler evaluation which can be recorded. It is
Transesophageal echocardiogram
Transesophageal_echocardiogram
Reverse movement of the stomach and esophagus without vomiting
heaving) is the reverse movement (retroperistalsis) of the stomach and esophagus without vomiting. It can be caused by bad smells or choking, or by withdrawal
Retching
Organ system cancer located in gastrointestinal tract
gastrointestinal tract (GI tract) and accessory organs of digestion, including the esophagus, stomach, biliary system, pancreas, small intestine, large intestine,
Gastrointestinal_cancer
Medical imaging procedure
ultrasound of the upper digestive tract, a probe is inserted into the esophagus, stomach, and duodenum during a procedure called esophagogastroduodenoscopy
Endoscopic_ultrasound
Medical condition
syndrome. The health care provider may also examine the structure of the esophagus, stomach, and upper small intestine with the following tests: An upper
Dumping_syndrome
Medical condition
form of dysphagia where the underlying cause arises from the body of the esophagus, lower esophageal sphincter, or cardia of the stomach, usually due to
Esophageal_dysphagia
Rare neurodegenerative disease
nasogastric tube, in which a tube is placed through the nose and down the esophagus into the stomach. A gastrostomy tube is more appropriate for long-term
ALS
Flow of stomach contents into the throat (larynx and pharynx)
little to no heartburn as refluxed stomach contents do not remain in the esophagus long enough to irritate the surrounding tissue. Individuals with more
Laryngopharyngeal_reflux
Human viral infection
such as liver failure, liver cancer, or dilated blood vessels in the esophagus and stomach. HCV is spread primarily by blood-to-blood contact associated
Hepatitis_C
Ligament of the esophagus and diaphragm
ligament, or phrenoesophageal membrane) is the ligament by which the esophagus is attached to the diaphragm. It is an extension of the inferior diaphragmatic
Phrenoesophageal_ligament
Central part of the thoracic cavity
and structures within the thorax, mainly the heart and its vessels, the esophagus, the trachea, the vagus, phrenic and cardiac nerves, the thoracic duct
Mediastinum
Benign tumor of smooth muscle
but the most common forms occur in the uterus, small bowel, and the esophagus. Polycythemia may occur due to increased erythropoietin production as
Leiomyoma
Feeding tube going into the stomach through the nose and throat
plastic tube (nasogastric tube or NG tube) through the nose, down the esophagus, and down into the stomach. Orogastric intubation is a similar process
Gastric_intubation
Inflammation of abdominal organ lining
common cause of peritonitis. Examples include perforation of the distal esophagus (Boerhaave syndrome), of the stomach (peptic ulcer, gastric carcinoma)
Peritonitis
Involuntary contraction of the diaphragm
reflex that suppresses peristalsis in the esophagus while the airway is being actively blocked suggests the esophagus is involved. Additionally, hiccups are
Hiccup
Transformation of cells from one type to another
prevent the development of cancer. Barrett's esophagus is an abnormal change in the cells of the lower esophagus, thought to be caused by damage from chronic
Metaplasia
Medical intervention
foreign body retrieval refers to the removal of ingested objects from the esophagus, stomach and duodenum by endoscopic techniques. It does not involve surgery
Endoscopic foreign body retrieval
Endoscopic_foreign_body_retrieval
Largest artery in the human body
superior and inferior left bronchial arteries and variable branches to the esophagus, mediastinum, and pericardium. Its lowest pair of branches are the superior
Aorta
Medical condition
membranes in the esophagus that can cause obstruction). Treatment with iron supplementation and mechanical widening of the esophagus generally leads to
Plummer–Vinson_syndrome
Part of the aorta located in the thorax
lies the root of the left lung, the pericardium, the esophagus, and the diaphragm. The esophagus, which is covered by a nerve plexus lies to the right
Thoracic_aorta
Russian doctor who performed an auto-appendectomy (1934–2000)
In September 1966 he published a dissertation titled Resection of the Esophagus for Treating Esophageal Cancer. He later worked as a doctor in various
Leonid_Rogozov
Medical diagnostic method
Transnasal esophagoscopy (TNE) is a safe and inexpensive way to examine the esophagus in patients at risk for esophageal cancer and other disorders.[self-published
Transnasal_esophagoscopy
Medical condition
it crosses behind the esophagus. Such course of this aberrant vessel may cause a vascular ring around the trachea and esophagus. Dysphagia due to an aberrant
Aberrant_subclavian_artery
Nerve in the human body
cardiac branches to the deep cardiac plexus, and branch to the trachea, esophagus and the inferior constrictor muscles. The posterior cricoarytenoid muscles
Recurrent_laryngeal_nerve
Method of diagnosing and measuring gastric acid reflux
disease (GERD). It provides direct physiologic measurement of acid in the esophagus and is the most objective method to document reflux disease, assess the
Esophageal_pH_monitoring
Voice box, an organ in the neck of amphibians, reptiles, and mammals
below where the tract of the pharynx splits into the trachea and the esophagus. The triangle-shaped larynx consists largely of cartilages that are attached
Larynx
Medical condition
Aesophageal webs – thin membranes located in the esophagus. Abnormalities can cause constrictions within the esophagus. Globus pharyngeus – commonly referred to
Aphagia
Condition of impaired digestion
little evidence to prove causation. Esophagitis is an inflammation of the esophagus, most commonly caused by gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). It is
Indigestion
Tightening of the esophagus leading to difficulty swallowing
esophageal stricture, or peptic stricture, is a narrowing or tightening of the esophagus that causes swallowing difficulties. Symptoms of esophageal strictures
Esophageal_stricture
Release of gas from the upper digestive tract through the mouth
is the audible release of gas from the upper gastrointestinal tract (esophagus and stomach) of humans, and other animals into the pharynx, and usually
Belching
lymph node groups, especially along the trachea (5 groups), along the esophagus and between the lung and the diaphragm. In the mediastinal lymph nodes
List of lymph nodes of the human body
List_of_lymph_nodes_of_the_human_body
Inability to coordinate movement of the esophagus
medical disorder resulting from dysfunction of the coordinated movement of esophagus, which causes dysphagia (i.e. difficulty in swallowing, regurgitation
Esophageal_motility_disorder
irritated tissue converts to a glandular form. An example occurs in the esophagus, where tissue becomes more similar to the tissue of the stomach. Another
Glandular_metaplasia
Dilated veins in the lower oesophagus
varices are extremely dilated sub-mucosal veins in the lower third of the esophagus. They are most often a consequence of portal hypertension, commonly due
Esophageal_varices
Medical condition
by the colon (5%), surgical anastamoses (5%), the jejunum (1%) and the esophagus (1%). Dieulafoy's lesions have been reported in the gallbladder. The pathology
Dieulafoy's_lesion
Effect of alcohol consumption on the human body
impact of ADH1B and ALDH2 genes on squamous cell carcinoma risk of the esophagus with regard to the consumption of alcohol, tobacco and betel quid". International
Alcohol_flush_reaction
Major arteries of the upper thorax, below the clavicle
and the sternocleidomastoid muscle. Behind, it is in relation with the esophagus, thoracic duct, left recurrent laryngeal nerve, inferior cervical ganglion
Subclavian_artery
Medical maneuver
of pressure to the cricoid cartilage at the neck, thus occluding the esophagus which passes directly behind it. Cricoid pressure should not be confused
Cricoid_pressure
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