most surgeons have by now acquired substantial experience with laparoscopic antireflux procedures and thus are more familiar and comfortable with laparoscopic exposure of the distal esophagus and ...

Caption Microbiota changes in esophageal cancer. The microbiota of the distal esophagus was influenced by acid reflux from the stomach. Acid reflux leads to inflammation and mucosal damage ...

Compared with baseline, increased contraction amplitudes were observed in the distal esophagus 20 min and 40 min after bethanechol administration. Peak amplitude in the distal esophagus occurred ...