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    Chapter 9

    Disorders of the Esophagus

    9.1 : Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease I: Meaning and Pathophysiology01:29

    9.1 : Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease I: Meaning and Pathophysiology

    Gastroesophageal reflux disease, or GERD, is a chronic condition in which stomach contents, including acidic gastric juices or bile, frequently flow back ...

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    9.2 : Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease II: Clinical Features and Management01:29

    9.2 : Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease II: Clinical Features and Management

    GERD manifests with the following symptoms: Heartburn, or pyrosis, is an intermittent burning sensation that occurs from the sternum to the throat due to ...

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    9.3 : Esophageal Perforation-I: Introduction01:22

    9.3 : Esophageal Perforation-I: Introduction

    Esophageal perforation occurs when the esophageal wall is compromised, allowing food, fluids, and digestive juices to escape into the chest cavity or ...

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    9.4 : Esophageal Perforation-II: Clinical Manifestations and Management01:28

    9.4 : Esophageal Perforation-II: Clinical Manifestations and Management

    The clinical manifestations of esophageal perforations depend on the injury's location and severity. Patients with cervical esophageal perforations ...

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    9.5 : Barrett Esophagus-I: Introduction01:21

    9.5 : Barrett Esophagus-I: Introduction

    Barrett's esophagus is characterized by severe damage to the mucosal lining due to persistent exposure to stomach acid or other digestive fluids. The ...

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    9.6 : Barrett Esophagus-II: Clinical Manifestations and Management01:21

    9.6 : Barrett Esophagus-II: Clinical Manifestations and Management

    Barrett's esophagus is asymptomatic, but patients may experience symptoms associated with GERD, like heartburn and regurgitation. Other symptoms ...

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    9.7 : Esophageal Strictures-I: Introduction01:30

    9.7 : Esophageal Strictures-I: Introduction

    Esophageal strictures refer to the abnormal narrowing or tightening of the esophageal lumen, ranging from a mild constriction to a complete obstruction. ...

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    9.8 : Esophageal Strictures-II: Clinical Features and Management01:26

    9.8 : Esophageal Strictures-II: Clinical Features and Management

    Esophageal stricture symptoms include difficulty swallowing, starting with solids and progressing to liquids. Additional symptoms include chest pain, ...

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    9.9 : Esophageal Varices-I: Introduction01:24

    9.9 : Esophageal Varices-I: Introduction

    Esophageal varices are dilated, tortuous veins which are found mainly in the submucosa of the lower esophagus but which may also appear higher up or ...

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    9.10 : Esophageal Varices-II: Clinical Features and Management01:28

    9.10 : Esophageal Varices-II: Clinical Features and Management

    Esophageal varices lead to gastrointestinal bleeding, manifesting with symptoms like hematemesis, hematochezia, and melena. Additional signs include ...

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