Lower Esophageal Sphincter Definition

noun
A ring of smooth muscle fibers at the junction of the esophagus and stomach.
American Heritage Medicine

(anatomy) The sphincter situated at the lower part of the esophagus.

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Other Word Forms of Lower Esophageal Sphincter

Noun

Singular:
lower esophageal sphincter
Plural:
lower esophageal sphincters

Lower Esophageal Sphincter Sentence Examples

  • The reflux action of gastroesophageal reflux disease is a function of the weakening of the lower esophageal sphincter (LES).

  • Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)-A disorder of the lower end of the esophagus in which the lower esophageal sphincter does not open and close normally.

  • Greasy foods have a relaxing effect on the lower esophageal sphincter (LES), the one-way valve that separates the stomach from the esophagus.

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