NEET PG DENTAL EXAM

HISTOLOGY

DIGESTIVE SYSTEM

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
The Length of the Esophagus (cm) is ____
A
26cm
B
24cm
C
25cm
D
20cm
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Typical endoscopic measurements from the incisors are from 25 to <30 cm. The lower thoracic esophagus is bordered superiorly by the inferior pulmonary veins and inferiorly by the stomach. Because it is the end of the esophagus, it includes the EGJ. Typical endoscopic measurements from the incisors are from 30 to 40 cm.

Detailed explanation-2: -The midthoracic esophagus includes the proximal half of the esophagus from the tracheal bifurcation to the esophagogastric junction (24–32 cm from the gums).

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