Esophagitis is characterized by inflammation of the esophagus. This is due, in particular, to gastric or gastro-esophageal reflux and is associated with a deficiency of the esophageal sphincter. Definition of esophagitis Esophagitis is characterized by inflammation of the esophagus . It occurs in the context of gastric acid reflux, from the stomach to the esophagus . The sphincter, located at the level […]