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Esophagus

Similar term(s): oesophagus, esophagal.

Definition:

The muscular tube through which food passes from the pharynx to the stomach.

Source: GreenFacts

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Graphic representation of the digestive and respiratory tracts Graphic representation of the digestive and respiratory tracts

The source below also provides infomation on esophagal cancer.

Source: Canadian Cancer Society What is esophageal cancer? 

Related words:

Pharynx

To read about this term in context:

GreenFacts Digest on Tobacco Active and Passive Smoking:

Translation(s):

Español: Esófago
Français: Œsophage


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18-8-2008