Panel A shows the microscopic myoarchitecture of the circular and longitudinal muscle layers of the lower esophageal sphincter and stomach. The circular muscle fibers of the esophagus cross each other ...

The findings follow recent data suggesting that esophageal dysmotility may be associated with eosinophilic esophagitis (EoE), which often presents with dysphagia. Their findings follow recent data ...

In healthy swallowing, liquid quickly passes from the mouth to the stomach. In individuals with esophageal motility disorders, this process is disrupted. Fukuoka, Japan—For most people, swallowing is ...

University College Dublin researchers have developed a robotic model of the human esophagus, transforming how swallowing ...

Esophageal motility disorders occur more frequently among adults aged 75 years and older. Individuals aged 75 years and older have a higher prevalence of esophageal motility disorders, particularly ...

For most people, swallowing is second nature, but how does it occur, and why do some people have difficulty with it? Researchers at Kyushu University in Japan have started to tackle these questions by ...

The American Gastroenterological Association (AGA) has released an expert review and clinical practice update focusing on esophageal dysfunction caused by immune-mediated and infectious diseases.

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . The American College of Gastroenterology developed clinical guidelines for esophageal physiologic tests, ...

Medically reviewed by William Truswell, MD Esophageal spasms cause painful chest contractions and affect swallowing and digestion.Medications and peppermint oil can help relieve esophageal spasm ...