KEY FACTS Terminology Surgical resection of a portion of esophagus and replacement by a conduit formed by another portion of alimentary tube Imaging Many surgical options for surgical excision of esophagus Transthoracic esophagectomy: Usually performed through right intercostal approach (Ivor…
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KEY FACTS Terminology Pharyngoesophageal diverticulum or posterior hypopharyngeal diverticulum/outpouching Mucosal herniation through area of anatomic weakness of cricopharyngeal muscle (Killian triangle) You’re Reading a Preview Become a Clinical Tree membership for Full access and enjoy Unlimited articles Become membership If…
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KEY FACTS Terminology Failure of cricopharyngeal muscle (upper esophageal sphincter) relaxation due to hypertrophy or spasm You’re Reading a Preview Become a Clinical Tree membership for Full access and enjoy Unlimited articles Become membership If you are a member. Log…
KEY FACTS Terminology Annular, inflammatory, symptomatic narrowing of normal lower esophageal mucosal or B ring You’re Reading a Preview Become a Clinical Tree membership for Full access and enjoy Unlimited articles Become membership If you are a member. Log in…
KEY FACTS Terminology Thin mucosal fold, narrowing esophageal lumen Lacks muscle layer (unlike distal esophageal B or Schatzki ring) You’re Reading a Preview Become a Clinical Tree membership for Full access and enjoy Unlimited articles Become membership If you are…