Esophageal Stricture Definition in Medical Conditions Dictionary

Esophageal Stricture:

Stricture of the esophagus.

Terms Related to Esophageal Stricture

Barretts Syndrome
Ectopic gastric mucosa in the lower esophagus that often becomes ulcerated (Barrett ulcer), leading to stricture formation (ESOPHAGEAL STENOSIS).
Esophageal Dysmotility
Disorders affecting the motor function of the upper or lower esophageal sphincters, the esophageal body, or a combination of these parts. The failure of the ...
Esophageal Hernia
Herniation of the lower esophagus and/or portion of the stomach through the esophageal hiatus.

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