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Esophageal disorders can affect any portion of the esophagus, but the area nearest the stomach is the most vulnerable. Esophageal disorders range from chronic heartburn to aggressive esophagus cancer. Learn more about esophageal disorders and current treatments.

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The Latest on Swallowing and Esphophageal Disorders
In this podcast, Dr. Pandolfino will discuss the spectrum of symptoms associated with esophageal dysfunction. He also will discuss the state-of-the-art diagnostics available at the center and how new treatment...
by Patient Power | 11/09/2010
From Heartburn to Esophageal Cancer
Five percent of Americans will be diagnosed with something called Barrett's esophagus, where acid reflux damages the lining of the esophageal tissue, and it sets up the risk for potentially...
by Patient Power | 05/12/2009
Understanding Esophageal Motility Disorders
Achalasia, one of several types of esophageal conditions, is a rare disease of the muscle of the esophagus. On this episode of Patient Power, the focus is on understanding esophageal...
by Patient Power | 03/20/2009