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Esophageal Disorders

Esophagus is the tubular structure that carries food, liquids and saliva from mouth to the stomach. esophageal disorders are common but lack a well-defined pathogenetic mechanism.

Not All Barrett’s Esophagus Patients Need Cell Removal Procedure

Not All Barrett’s Esophagus Patients Need Cell Removal Procedure

Counseling patients to quit tobacco and lose weight can reduce the risk of esophageal adenocarcinoma, as both tobacco use and obesity are key risk factors.

Genetic Cause of Deadly Esophageal Disorder in Dogs Discovered

Genetic Cause of Deadly Esophageal Disorder in Dogs Discovered

The genetic variation linked to an often deadly esophageal disorder frequently found in German shepherd dogs.

Network of Genes That Directs Trachea and Esophagus Development Discovered

Network of Genes That Directs Trachea and Esophagus Development Discovered

New insight on the genes that allow the wind and food pipe to separate during development may help scientists understand the possible causes of birth defects where the two organs remain joined.

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Peppermint Oil may Relieve Symptoms in Patients with Esophageal Disorders

Peppermint Oil may Relieve Symptoms in Patients with Esophageal Disorders

Peppermint oil improved symptoms of non-cardiac chest pain and swallowing difficulty in patients with esophageal disorders, finds a new study.

New Guideline for Endoscopic Eradication Therapy in Barrett's Esophagus

New Guideline for Endoscopic Eradication Therapy in Barrett's Esophagus

New guideline offers recommendations for Endoscopic Eradication Therapy in the management of Barrett's esophagus.

Simple, Swallowable Test for Early Detection of Barrett's Esophagus

Simple, Swallowable Test for Early Detection of Barrett's Esophagus

Rapid, minimally invasive and cost-effective swallowable balloon device , can now be used to identify cancer of the esophagus.

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'Sponge on a String' Test may Replace Endoscopies in People With Barrett's Esophagus

'Sponge on a String' Test may Replace Endoscopies in People With Barrett's Esophagus

A 'sponge on a string' pill test can identify which people with a condition called Barrett's esophagus have a low risk of developing esophageal cancer.

Stem Cells in the Esophagus Discovered

Stem Cells in the Esophagus Discovered

Esophagus does have its own pool of stem cells, say University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine researchers.

Regenerated Esophagus Transplanted in Rats

Regenerated Esophagus Transplanted in Rats

Researchers have successfully used tissue engineering to construct natural oesophagi which in combination with stem cells have been effectively transplanted in rats.

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Radiofrequency Ablation Helps Reduce Risk of Esophagus Disorder Progressing to Cancer

Radiofrequency Ablation Helps Reduce Risk of Esophagus Disorder Progressing to Cancer

In Barrett esophagus patients, treatment of abnormal cells with radiofrequency ablation (use of heat applied through an endoscope to destroy cells) resulted in a reduced risk of this condition progressing to cancer.

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Barrett’s Esophagus - Symptoms, Diagnosis & Treatment

Barrett’s Esophagus - Symptoms, Diagnosis & Treatment

Barrett’s esophagus is a condition where the inner lining of the esophagus changes to resemble the intestinal lining. It predisposes the patient to cancer.

Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)

Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)

This condition occurs due to the reflux of hydrochloric acid of the stomach into the oesophagus

Eosinophilic Esophagitis (EoE) | Allergic Esophagitis - Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, Treatment and Risk Factors

Eosinophilic Esophagitis (EoE) | Allergic Esophagitis - Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, Treatment and Risk Factors

Eosinophilic esophagitis (EoE) / allergic esophagitis / esophagus allergy is an allergic inflammatory condition of the esophagus that is precipitated by allergens. Treatment is available for the condition.

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