Esophageal Stenosis
Benign esophageal stricture is a narrowing of the esophagus (the tube from the mouth to the stomach) that causes swallowing difficulties.
Benign means that it is not caused by cancer. See also:
Causes, incidence, and risk factors
Esophageal stricture can be caused by:
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Gastroesophageal reflux (GERD) - Injuries caused by an
endoscope - Long-term use of a nasogastric (NG) tube (tube through the nose into the stomach)
- Swallowing substances that harm the lining of the esophagus,...
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