HealthSeptember 2, 2026

esophagus

uh-SOF-uh-guhs

Definition

The muscular tube that connects the throat to the stomach, which clinicians must avoid when inserting a breathing tube into the airway.

Etymology

The word comes from the Greek 'oisophagos', which combines 'oiso' (to carry) and 'phagein' (to eat), literally meaning the passage that carries food.

In the news

The article mentions the esophagus to highlight the precision required during intubation, as the AI helps doctors ensure the breathing tube is placed in the airway rather than incorrectly entering the esophagus.

Doctors testing AI to save lives in NICU

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