Oesophageal narrowing. Endoscope view of a web or ring (pink),partially obstructing the oesophagus. Oesophageal webs are a 2-3 millimetre extension of normal oesophageal tissue,composed of mucosa and submucosa. Rings are 3-5 millimetres thick and consist of mucosa,submucosa and muscle. Webs and rings can be asymptomatic or may cause dysphagia (difficulty swallowing) or symptoms suggestive of heartburn or indigestion | |
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