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The medical term meaning spasm of the esophagus is known simply as "esophageal spasm." Doctors don't know why some people suffer with these spasms but treatment methods include nitroglycerin, anti-depressants, and in rare cases, surgery.
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∙ 9y ago
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∙ 15y agoIn general discussion of the stomach, gastric is used.
Specific parts of the stomach may be named, including the pylorus, cardia, and body. The lesser and greater curvatures are also discussed. The inner lining has folds, called rugae. The lower esophageal sphincter is at the connection of the esophagus and stomach. The Z-line is at this level, which is where the squamous cells of the esophageal lining transition to the stratified columnar lining characteristic of the stomach.
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∙ 12y agoIt means that it has something to do or some relation with the stomach and esophagus.
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∙ 11y agoNasogastric means pertaining to the nose and stomach, as in nasogastric tube (NG tube).
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∙ 12y agoAbdominothoracic means pertaining to the abdomen and thorax.
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