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[[Image:Tractus intestinalis esophagus.svg|thumb|250px|A schematic of the esophagus.]] | |||
'''Esophagus''' connects the pharynx to the [[stomach]]. It is afflicted by tumours on occasion. Probably the most common affliction is [[gastroesophageal reflux disease]] (GERD). Most biopsies revolve around the questions: 1. intestinal metaplasia? 2. dysplasia? and 3. cancer? | '''Esophagus''' connects the pharynx to the [[stomach]]. It is afflicted by tumours on occasion. Probably the most common affliction is [[gastroesophageal reflux disease]] (GERD). Most biopsies revolve around the questions: 1. intestinal metaplasia? 2. dysplasia? and 3. cancer? | ||
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