What is another word for gastroesophageal?
Pronunciation: [ɡˈastɹɪsˌɒfəd͡ʒˌi͡əl] (IPA) 
Gastroesophageal refers to the junction between the stomach and the esophagus. There are several synonyms for this term, including gastro-oesophageal, esophagogastric, and gastro-oesophageal sphincter. These terms are used interchangeably in medical literature and studies. The gastroesophageal junction is an important structure in our digestive system that regulates the flow of food and prevents the backward flow of stomach acid into the esophagus, causing heartburn and acid reflux. The terms gastroesophageal and its synonyms are commonly used by doctors and medical professionals to describe conditions related to this junction, such as gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and Barrett's esophagus.
