Disorders of the Esophagus
The esophagus is a muscular tube that transports food and liquids from the mouth to the
disorders can affect its structure and function, leading to symptoms such as difficulty sw
heartburn. This document provides an overview of common esophageal disorders.
, Structural Disorders
• Esophageal Strictures: Narrowing of the esophagus caused by scar tissue, often due t
injury.
• Esophageal Rings and Webs: Thin membranes or narrowing in the esophagus that can
difficulties (e.g., Schatzki ring).
• Hiatal Hernia: Part of the stomach pushes up through the diaphragm into the chest ca
• Esophageal Diverticula: Outpouchings of the esophageal wall (e.g., Zenker’s diverticul
• Esophageal Cancer: Includes squamous cell carcinoma and adenocarcinoma.
The esophagus is a muscular tube that transports food and liquids from the mouth to the
disorders can affect its structure and function, leading to symptoms such as difficulty sw
heartburn. This document provides an overview of common esophageal disorders.
, Structural Disorders
• Esophageal Strictures: Narrowing of the esophagus caused by scar tissue, often due t
injury.
• Esophageal Rings and Webs: Thin membranes or narrowing in the esophagus that can
difficulties (e.g., Schatzki ring).
• Hiatal Hernia: Part of the stomach pushes up through the diaphragm into the chest ca
• Esophageal Diverticula: Outpouchings of the esophageal wall (e.g., Zenker’s diverticul
• Esophageal Cancer: Includes squamous cell carcinoma and adenocarcinoma.
