Gastroenterology

Gastroenterology

Gastroenterology is the branch of medicine that studies the digestive system and its disorders.

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Gastroenterology

Atresia

Medical; Gastroenterology

The lack of a normal opening in the esophagus, intestines, bile ducts, or anus.

Angiodysplasia

Medical; Gastroenterology

Abnormal or enlarged blood vessels in the gastrointestinal tract.

Endoscopic sphincterotomy

Medical; Gastroenterology

An operation to cut the muscle between the common bile duct and the pancreatic duct. The operation uses a catheter and wire to remove gallstones or other blockages.

Ischemic colitis

Medical; Gastroenterology

Irritation of the colon caused by decreased blood flow. It may cause bloody diarrhea.

Enzyme

Medical; Gastroenterology

Proteins in the body that control chemical reactions in the body, including energy production and metabolism.

Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP)

A test that uses an x ray to look into the bile and pancreatic ducts. The doctor inserts an endoscope through the mouth into the duodenum and bile ducts. Dye is sent through the tube into the ducts, ...