What does gastric mucosa ectopic mean?

Ectopic gastric mucosa refers to the appearance of gastric mucosa tissue outside the stomach. Ectopic

gastric mucosa may be related to abnormal embryonic development. During embryonic development, abnormal cell differentiation occurs in some parts, resulting in gastric mucosa tissue appearing in places that should not appear.

Common ectopic gastric mucosa sites include esophagus, duodenum, etc. In the esophagus, it can cause heartburn, acid reflux, etc.; in the duodenum, it can cause abdominal pain and other symptoms. At

present, it is mainly detected by endoscopy. The characteristic manifestations of ectopic gastric mucosa can be observed under endoscopy, such as orange gastric mucosa-like tissue. At the same time, pathological biopsy can be performed to confirm the diagnosis.

Ectopic gastric mucosa may cause some clinical problems. For example, ectopic gastric mucosa in the esophagus may increase the risk of esophageal inflammation, ulceration, and even malignancy.

If there are no obvious symptoms, it may be observed regularly. When symptoms occur, treatment may be given according to the specific situation, such as medication to suppress acid secretion to relieve symptoms, or endoscopic treatment if necessary.