Definitions
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Cardiac Sphincter.
Cardiac Sphincter - as a noun
The valve between the distal end of the esophagus and the stomach; the physiological sphincter at the esophagogastric junction
Example Sentences
"The cardiac sphincter prevents stomach acid from flowing back into the esophagus."
"Damage to the cardiac sphincter can cause heartburn and acid reflux."
"After eating, the cardiac sphincter relaxes to allow food to enter the stomach."
"A weakened cardiac sphincter can result in a condition called gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)."
"The cardiac sphincter is located at the entrance of the stomach and regulates food passage."
