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The esophagus is a muscular tube that carries
the food from the back of the throat to the stomach. It must
contract in a very coordinated fashion so we don't regurgitate
our food or feel that our meals are sticking as we swallow.
As well, it is inflammation within the esophagus that gives
the sensation of heartburn. The esophagus can be examined
through an upper endoscopy
or by a cine esophagram |
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