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NexiumResearch DefinitionsGlossarySome words have many meanings. A term will refer the reader to another definition only when the second definition gives additional information about a topic that is directly related to the first term. All Definitions A - Z E Endoscope Pronounced - EN-doh-skohp A small, flexible tube with a light and a lens on the end. It is used to look into the esophagus, stomach, duodenum, colon, or rectum. It can also be used to take tissue from the body for testing or to take color photographs of the inside of the body. Colonoscopes and sigmoidoscopes are types of endoscopes. Endoscopy Pronounced - en-DAW-skuh-pee Endoscopy is a procedure that uses an endoscope (a small, flexible tube with a light and a lens on the end) to diagnose or treat a condition. 
Enzyme A protein that speeds up chemical reactions in the body. Esophageal Pronounced - eh-SOF-a-JEE-al Having to do with the esophagus, the muscular tube through which food passes from the throat to the stomach. Esophageal Stricture Pronounced - eh-saw-fuh-JEE-ul STRIK-sher A narrowing of the esophagus often caused by acid flowing back from the stomach. This condition may require surgery. Esophagitis Pronounced - eh-saw-fuh-JY-tis An irritation of the esophagus, usually caused by acid that flows up from the stomach. Esophagoscopy Examination of the esophagus (the organ that connects the mouth to the stomach, also called gullet) using a thin, lighted instrument. Esophagus (Also spelled oesophagus) Pronounced - eh-SAW-fuh-gus The organ that connects the mouth to the stomach. Also called gullet. Experimental Allergic Encephalomyelitis (EAE) A chronic (lasting a long time) brain and spinal cord disease similar to MS which is induced by injecting myelin basic protein into laboratory animals. Back To Top |
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