The esophagus (American English) or oesophagus (British English), commonly known as the foodpipe or gullet, is an organ in vertebrates which consists of a fibromuscular tube through which food passes, aided by peristaltic contractions, from the pharynx to the stomach.he esophagus (American English) or oesophagus (British English), commonly known as the foodpipe or gullet, is an organ in vertebrates which consists of a fibromuscular tube through which food passes, aided by peristaltic contractions, from the pharynx to the stomach.
The average price of a standard echocardiogram is $1,400 and this rises to $3,300 for a transesophageal echocardiogram. The cost is usually covered by insurance, although there may be an out of pocket expense of up to $200.
1 Generally, echoes in the U.S. may cost $800 to $2,000 depending on whatâs covered. 2  An Echocardiogram is frequently coalesced with Doppler ultrasounds and the color Doppler to evaluate the blood flow across the heartâs valves. 3  An Echo with a Doppler will usually cost $500 â $800 extra.