Gastroenterology

Gastroenterology

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

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Gastroenterology

Lymphangiectasia

Medical; Gastroenterology

An obstruction of lymph drainage from the small intestine causing malabsorption.

Percutaneous

Medical; Gastroenterology

The passage of an instrument through the skin to allow access to the organs.

Lactose intolerance

Medical; Gastroenterology

Being unable to digest lactose, the sugar in milk. This condition occurs when the body cannot produce lactase.

Chyme

Medical; Gastroenterology

A thick liquid made of partially digested food and stomach juices. This liquid is made in the stomach and moves into the small intestine for further digestion.

Stimulant laxatives

Medical; Gastroenterology

Drugs that cause rhythmic muscle contractions in the intestines. (Brand names: senokot, correctol, dulcolax. )

Nutcracker oesophagus

Medical; Gastroenterology

A condition in which the muscle contraction in the oesophagus is too strong, causing chest pain or difficulty swallowing.

Anal fistula

Medical; Gastroenterology

A passage that develops between the anus and the skin. Most fistulas are the result of an abscess or infection that spreads to the skin. Fistulas are typical of crohn's disease.