The first was thought to have a duplication or true diverticulum of the esophagus; the more recently observed infant was recognized as having the same lesion, but the history of trauma at birth ...

Esophageal varices are enlarged veins in the ... Diverticulosis occurs when diverticula (small pouches) form on the colon's lining and bulge outward through weak spots. It is common, especially ...

Zeenat Aman faced a frightening moment recently when her blood pressure pill got lodged in her throat, making breathing ...

Right aberrant subclavian artery, also called arteria lusoria, is one of the most common intrathoracic arterial anomalies. Although mostly asymptomatic, the retroesophageal and retrotracheal ...

Owing to its location and clinical features, CD may be mimicked by several intestinal and pelvic diseases such as appendicitis, Meckel's diverticulum, Yersinia enterocolitis and intestinal TB ...

An esophageal stricture is a gradual narrowing of the esophagus, which can lead to swallowing difficulties. Healthcare providers diagnose it in about 10 percent of people with gastroesophageal reflux ...

Barrett's esophagus can be treated with lifestyle modifications, medications, and surgery. While prevention is undoubtedly important, there are valuable ways to avoid harmful health effects of Barrett ...

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