ASGE Recognized Industry Associate (ARIA) Training Program for Regeneron and Sanofi | August 2024-GI Tract in Disease

GI Tract in Disease_Esophagus and Stomach

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This document is a confidential internal training material discussing various disorders and diseases related to the gastrointestinal tract, with a focus on the esophagus and stomach. It covers topics such as esophageal anatomy, structural and clinical disorders like hiatal hernia, esophageal rings, webs, diverticuli, and gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). It also delves into esophagitis, including infectious esophagitis and pill esophagitis. The document further explores esophageal motility disorders like achalasia, along with their symptoms and treatments including botulinum injection, pneumatic dilation, and surgical myotomy. Additionally, it touches on conditions such as peptic ulcer disease, upper gastrointestinal bleeding, gastric outlet obstruction, and gastroparesis. The material also discusses the diagnosis and management of these conditions, including endoscopic procedures, surgery, and various treatment options. Overall, the document provides a comprehensive overview of different disorders affecting the gastrointestinal tract, particularly the esophagus and stomach, their causes, symptoms, and potential treatments.

Keywords

gastrointestinal tract

esophagus

stomach

hiatal hernia

GERD

esophagitis

achalasia

peptic ulcer disease

gastroparesis

endoscopic procedures