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The document provides a comprehensive overview of diseases affecting the esophagus and stomach within the gastrointestinal tract. It covers conditions such as Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Esophagitis, Barrett's Esophagus, Esophageal Motility Disorders, Peptic Ulcer Disease, Upper Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Gastric Outlet Obstruction, Gastroparesis, and Subepithelial Masses. <br /><br />GERD is characterized by the reflux of stomach contents into the esophagus, leading to symptoms such as heartburn and acid regurgitation. Treatment options include lifestyle modifications, proton pump inhibitors, and surgery. Esophagitis, inflammation of the esophagus, can be caused by various factors including GERD and infections.<br /><br />Barrett's Esophagus is a pre-cancerous condition involving the replacement of normal esophageal lining. Diagnosis includes the LA Classification system and progression can lead to cancer, treated with techniques like Radiofrequency Ablation.<br /><br />Other conditions discussed include Esophageal Motility Disorders like Achalasia, Peptic Ulcer Disease causing ulcers in the stomach or duodenum, Upper Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Gastric Outlet Obstruction, and Gastroparesis leading to delayed stomach emptying.<br /><br />Treatment options vary depending on the condition, ranging from medications like proton-pump inhibitors to procedures like endoscopic hemostasis and surgeries such as gastric outlet stent placement. The document also touches on the management of gastric outlet obstruction and gastroparesis through interventions like nasogastric tube placement and gastric pacemakers. Additionally, it covers subepithelial masses, differential diagnoses, and diagnostic methods such as endoscopic ultrasound.

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Kenika Robinson, MD

Keywords

esophagus

stomach

gastrointestinal tract

Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease

Esophagitis

Barrett's Esophagus

Esophageal Motility Disorders

Peptic Ulcer Disease

Upper Gastrointestinal Bleeding

Gastroparesis