The Critical Role of Gastric Cardia in GERD Management: Insights Beyond the Lower Esophageal Sphincter
Gastroesophageal reflux disease ( GERD ) is a chronic term characterized by the backflow of stomach content into theesophagus , leading to symptom such as pyrosis , disgorgement , and discomfort . While the lower esophageal sphincter ( LES ) has traditionally been the focal point in GERD pathophysiology , the gastric cardia — a less stress anatomical complex body part — play a pivotal role in GERD management . This article delves into the gastric cardia ’s functions in GERD , its office in acid exposure and mucosal resistor , and come forth therapies direct its unique physiology ....