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Gastroenterology
Gastroenterology is the branch of medicine that studies the digestive system and its disorders.
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Gastroenterology
Borborygmi
Medical; Gastroenterology
Rumbling sounds caused by gas moving through the intestines. Also known as stomach "growling. "
Lower esophageal sphincter
Medical; Gastroenterology
The muscle between the oesophagus and stomach. When a person swallows, this muscle relaxes to let food pass from the oesophagus to the stomach. It stays closed at other times to keep stomach contents ...
Obstruction
Medical; Gastroenterology
A blockage in the gastrointestinal tract that prevents the flow of liquids or solids.
Biofeedback
Medical; Gastroenterology
A machine that measures physical responses. It is used to treat both physical and psychological problems, including motility disorders.
Cystic duct obstruction
Medical; Gastroenterology
A blockage of the cystic duct, often caused by gallstones.
Sigmoidoscopy
Medical; Gastroenterology
Looking into the sigmoid colon and rectum with a flexible or rigid tube called a sigmoidoscope.
Lazy colon
Medical; Gastroenterology
A lack of normal muscle tone or strength in the colon. It may result in chronic constipation.
