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Comparison of Human and Mouse Esophagus
| Length (adult) |
Epithelial Thickness |
Keratin Layer |
Submucosal Gland |
Forestomach Epithelium |
|
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mouse | 1.0–1.5 cm | 3–5 cells | Yes | No | Stratified squamous |
| Human | 18–26 cm | 20–30 cells | No | Yes | Simple columnar |
