The cardiac sphincter prevents reflux into the ________.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
stomach
As the swallowed food is advanced toward the stomach by the peristaltic wave, the cardiac sphincter will open briefly. Once the food is in the stomach, it will close to prevent regurgitation.
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