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Schatzki Ring

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 here

Esophageal Webs

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 a member. Log in here

Esophagus: Imaging Approach and Differential Diagnosis

Esophageal Anatomy and Terminology The esophagus is a fibromuscular tube ~ 25 cm long extending from the pharynx to the stomach. It begins at the upper esophageal sphincter, which is formed primarily by the cricopharyngeus muscle. The lower esophageal sphincte r (LES) is also known as the phrenic ampulla or the esophageal vestibule and is further defined as the zone of higher resting tone or pressure.…

Desmoid

KEY FACTS Terminology Rare, benign, locally aggressive, nonencapsulated mesenchymal neoplasms of connective or fibrous tissue 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 here