Barrett's esophagus occurs when the lining of the esophagus, the tube that runs from the throat to the stomach, is inflamed. Up to 1.6% of the general population have Barrett's esophagus. It is often ...

A capsule-sponge test may help identify patients with Barrett’s esophagus who are at low risk for dysplasia or esophageal ...

The esophagus, which is not normally exposed to acid, adapts to acid reflux by becoming more like the stomach or the ...

Dietitians agree that fried foods are the No. 1 food to limit to avoid acid reflux. Instead, aim to eat more lean proteins, ...

If you've noticed that you're having symptoms of heartburn along with constipation, you might be wondering if they are connected. Here's what we know.

A new esophageal cancer test helps patients detect precancerous conditions early and avoid invasive procedures.

A research group led by Dr. Keisuke Obara, Dr. Kento Yoshioka, and Professor Yoshio Tanaka from the Department of Chemical ...

This year, more than 22,000 Americans face a chilling diagnosis — esophageal cancer. A new 3-minute in-office test is ...

The esophagus essentially becomes a master of disguise, maintaining a healthy appearance while harboring dysfunction that creates significant symptoms.

This year, more than 22,000 Americans face a chilling diagnosis: esophageal cancer. Men are 3 to 4 times more likely to ...

The Man Had Boerhaave Syndrome, Spontaneous Rupture Of The Esophagus. This was an example of Boerhaave syndrome, a rather rare life-threatening situation where your esophagus spontaneous ruptures ...

The team also developed a mouse model in which Sox2 could be selectively turned off in the esophagus. These mice showed increased cell growth, reduced cell maturation and the appearance of abnormal ...