It has been hypothesized that life-threatening events are caused by supraesophageal reflux (SER) of gastric contents that activates laryngeal chemoreflex-stimulated apnea. Placing infants supine ...

Pacing Clin Electrophysiol. 2009;32(2):248-260. Of these non-real-time imaging methods, "bright blood" axial MRI images or CT can be useful to depict the breadth and location of the esophagus, ...

The esophagus is a tubular, elongated organ that plays an important role in transporting food and liquids to the stomach. Several conditions can negatively affect the esophagus, including acid reflux, ...

Barrett’s esophagus develops as a result of chronic acid and bile reflux and carries an increased risk of esophageal adenocarcinoma. Because it has no specific symptoms, many patients do not receive a ...