The pharyngoesophageal region forms the proximal part of the gastrointestinal system. The pharynx can be examined both by ENT surgeons and gastroenterologists, using the endoscope. Radiological investigations consist of barium studies and cross-sectional imaging. In this chapter, we will consider the anatomy as well as techniques used to evaluate this region of the gastrointestinal tract.

错误:搜索内容不能为空,请输入英文关键词
错误:关键词超出字数限制,请精简
高级检索

Evaluation of the Pharynx and Oesophagus

  • Rajesh Gothi

摘要

The pharyngoesophageal region forms the proximal part of the gastrointestinal system. The pharynx can be examined both by ENT surgeons and gastroenterologists, using the endoscope. Radiological investigations consist of barium studies and cross-sectional imaging. In this chapter, we will consider the anatomy as well as techniques used to evaluate this region of the gastrointestinal tract.