Medical Terms Related to the Stomach Flashcards

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What does the term 'subgastric' refer to?

  • Pertaining to above the stomach
  • Pertaining to around the stomach
  • Pertaining to inside the stomach
  • Pertaining to under the stomach (correct)

What does gastralgia mean?

Pain in the stomach

What does gastritis refer to?

Inflammation of the stomach

What does 'transgastric' mean?

<p>Pertaining to across through the stomach (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is gastroscopy?

<p>Process of visually examining the stomach</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does retrogastric mean?

<p>Pertaining to behind the stomach</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is gastroenterology?

<p>Study of the stomach and intestines</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does gastronomy refer to?

<p>Incision of the stomach</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is gastrectomy?

<p>Excision of the stomach</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a gastroscope?

<p>Instrument to visually examine the stomach</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Study Notes

  • Subgastric: Refers to the area located beneath the stomach.
  • Gastralgia: Describes any form of pain experienced in the stomach region.
  • Gastritis: Indicates inflammation affecting the stomach lining, often leading to discomfort and various gastrointestinal issues.
  • Transgastric: Relates to procedures or conditions that involve crossing through or across the stomach.
  • Gastroscopy: A diagnostic procedure that allows for visual examination of the stomach's interior, often using a special instrument.
  • Retrogastric: Pertains to the area located behind the stomach, relevant in certain medical contexts.
  • Gastroenterology: The branch of medicine focused on studying and treating disorders of the stomach and intestines.
  • Gastronomy: In a medical setting, this term refers to the surgical incision made into the stomach.
  • Gastrectomy: A surgical procedure involving the partial or total removal of the stomach, typically due to disease or cancer.
  • Gastroscope: A specialized instrument utilized for the visual examination of the stomach, aiding in diagnostics and procedures.

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