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When you do ventilations during CPR some of the air that you're blowing in not only goes into the trachea and lungs but into the esophagus and stomach. When air goes into the stomach the patient will vomit. It can also happen when youre ventilating through the combitube and the air goes into the stomach.
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Why is elevation of the head of the bed recommended when you have gastric reflux?
To prevent stomach contents from refluxing back into the esophagus.
What is called Backflow (reflux) of gastric contents into esophagus due to malfunction of the lower esophageal sphincter?
This is known as gastroesophageal reflux (GER). It occurs when the lower esophageal sphincter relaxes inappropriately, allowing stomach contents to flow back into the esophagus. This can lead to symptoms like heartburn or regurgitation.
What is the name of the body part where you get acid reflux?
The esophagus is the body part where you can experience acid reflux. Acid reflux occurs when the acidic stomach contents flow back up into the esophagus, causing symptoms such as heartburn or regurgitation.
What are antigastroesophageal reflux drugs?
These drugs are used to treat gastroesophageal reflux, the backward flow of stomach contents into the esophagus.
What separates stomach and esophagus?
The structure that separates the stomach and esophagus is called the lower esophageal sphincter (LES). This muscular ring is located at the junction of the esophagus and stomach and functions to prevent the backflow of gastric contents into the esophagus. When functioning properly, the LES opens to allow food to enter the stomach and closes to protect the esophagus from acidic stomach contents. Dysfunction of the LES can lead to conditions such as gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD).
What is esophageal?
Reflux esophagitis-- Inflammation of the lower esophagus caused by the backflow of stomach contents.
When the gastroesophageal sphincter contracts food?
When the gastroesophageal sphincter contracts, it closes off the esophagus from the stomach, preventing the backflow of gastric contents into the esophagus. This contraction allows food to pass into the stomach while protecting the esophagus from acidic gastric juices. Proper functioning of this sphincter is essential for digestion and preventing conditions like acid reflux. If it doesn't contract effectively, it can lead to discomfort and other digestive issues.
Are influx and reflux both real words?
Yes, they are. Influx means an inflow, as of immigrants to a country. Reflux means a backflow. Reflux as a medical term refers to gastric fluids regurgitated into the esophagus.
What organ is affected by heartburn?
Heartburn is reflux (backflow) of the stomach contents into the esophagus, causing burning and discomfort.
What is the purpose of gastroesophageal reflux surgery?
heartburn symptom relief and reduced backflow of stomach contents into the esophagus.
Is reflux a mixture of bile and pancreas juice?
Reflux typically refers to the backward flow of stomach contents, primarily acidic gastric juice, into the esophagus. While bile and pancreatic juice can contribute to digestive processes, they are not typically involved in standard gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). However, in some cases, especially with a condition called bile reflux, bile from the small intestine can mix with stomach acids and flow back into the stomach or esophagus. Thus, reflux can sometimes include bile, but it is not primarily a mixture of bile and pancreatic juice.
What digestive juice is secreted in the esophagus?
Mucus is secreted in the esophagus to provide lubrication and protect the lining from acidic stomach contents that may reflux back into it.
