Sentences with ESOPHAGUS

"The esophagus is a muscular tube that connects the throat to the stomach."

"Acid reflux occurs when stomach acid flows back into the esophagus."

"The esophagus allows food to pass from the mouth to the stomach."

"Swallowing food triggers contractions in the esophagus."

"Inflammation of the esophagus is called esophagitis."

"The esophagus is lined with a mucus membrane to protect its walls."

"Food travels down the esophagus by a process called peristalsis."

"The esophagus has a sphincter at its lower end to prevent acid reflux."

"A blockage in the esophagus can cause difficulty in swallowing."

"The esophagus is about 25 centimeters long in adults."

"The narrowing of the esophagus is called esophageal stricture."

"Esophageal cancer can develop in the lining of the esophagus."

"Dilation of the esophagus may be necessary to treat a stricture."

"Food travels through the esophagus in approximately 5-8 seconds."

"The esophagus is located behind the trachea in the neck and chest."

"A hiatal hernia occurs when part of the stomach protrudes into the esophagus."

"The esophagus is responsible for moving ingested food to the stomach."

"Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is a chronic condition affecting the esophagus."

"Problems with the esophagus can result in difficulty swallowing or chest pain."

"Barrett's esophagus is a condition where the lining of the esophagus changes and becomes similar to the lining of the intestine."