Esophageal narrowing

Definition The word esophageal narrowing actually explains itself. The oesophagus becomes narrowed, which means that food can no longer be adequately transported to the stomach. Mostly the lower part of the esophagus is affected. As a rule, middle-aged people between 40 and 50 are affected by a narrowing of the esophagus. A narrowing of the … Esophageal narrowing

Symptoms of esophageal narrowing | Esophageal narrowing

Symptoms of esophageal narrowing The symptoms of a narrowing of the esophagus are mainly determined by the restricted transport of food into the stomach. Those affected typically find it more difficult to swallow food (dysphagia), as the body tries to overcome the increased pressure caused by the narrowing in the esophagus by swallowing more forcefully. … Symptoms of esophageal narrowing | Esophageal narrowing

Esophageal narrowing in newborn babies | Esophageal narrowing

Esophageal narrowing in newborn babies In babies, a congenital esophageal malformation can lead to a narrowing of the esophagus, but this occurs relatively rarely. A narrowing can occur, for example, after esophageal surgery for congenital esophageal atresia (esophagus = esophagus). An esophageal atresia is a missing lower opening of the esophagus into the stomach. In … Esophageal narrowing in newborn babies | Esophageal narrowing