Gastroenterology

Gastroenterology

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

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Gastroenterology

Colonic conduit

Medical; Gastroenterology

A surgical procedure that uses a section of the large bowel, instead of the small intestine, to form a channel for urinary drainage.

Abdominal migraine

Medical; Gastroenterology

Sudden, repeated attacks of abdominal pain, nausea, and vomiting, usually in children who later develop migraine headaches. A headache may also be present.

Esophageal manometry

Medical; Gastroenterology

A test to measure muscle contraction in the esophagus.

Proctoscope

Medical; Gastroenterology

A short, rigid metal tube used to look into the rectum and anus.

Gastric juices

Medical; Gastroenterology

Liquids produced in the stomach to help break down food and kill bacteria.

Gastroenteritis

Medical; Gastroenterology

An infection or irritation of the stomach and intestines, which may be caused by viruses or by bacteria or parasites from spoiled food or unclean water. Other causes include eating food that ...