18. What is the valve that
separates the stomach from
the esophagus called? What is
its function?

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The valve that the stomach
from esophagus is the . It has
the of preventing acid
content from entering into the
esophagus. of this valve
gastroesophageal reflux, a
in which patients of
bloating and (retrosternal
burning).