About this episode
This episode discusses the anatomy and function of the oesophagus and its connection to the pharynx and stomach.
The oesophagus is a muscular tube linking the pharynx to the stomach. The muscles of the face and pharynx are skeletal and under somatic control, whereas the muscles of the stomach are smooth and autonomic. Where does this change happen?
Topics covered
- anatomy
- oesophagus
- muscular system
- digestive system
- pharynx
- stomach
Keywords
- oesophagus
- pharynx
- stomach
- muscular tube
- digestive system
- skeletal muscles
- smooth muscles
Mentioned in this episode
Places: oesophagus, pharynx, stomach
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