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| painful , abnormal , difficult , labored |
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| surgical puncture to aspirate fluid |
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| the record , radiographic image |
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| instrument used for visualization |
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| pylorus , pyloric sphincter |
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| A measurement of body fat based on height and weight, used to assess whether an individual is underweight, normal weight, overweight, or obese. |
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| A diagnostic procedure in which a flexible endoscope is used to examine the esophagus, stomach, and upper part of the small intestine (duodenum). |
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| A condition in infants or children characterized by insufficient weight gain or growth, often caused by inadequate nutrition or underlying medical conditions. |
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GERD = Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease |
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| A chronic condition in which stomach acid or bile flows back into the esophagus, causing symptoms such as heartburn, regurgitation, and difficulty swallowing |
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| Referring to the digestive system, which includes the stomach, intestines, and associated organs involved in digestion and nutrient absorption. |
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A condition in which a portion of the intestine or abdominal tissue protrudes through a weak spot in the inguinal canal, causing a bulge in the groin.
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IBS = Irritable Bowel Syndrome |
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| A common functional gastrointestinal disorder characterized by symptoms such as abdominal pain, bloating, and altered bowel habits (constipation, diarrhea, or both). |
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NG Tube = Nasogastric Tube |
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| A tube inserted through the nose into the stomach, used for feeding, administering medications, or draining stomach contents |
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NAFLD = Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease |
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| A condition characterized by excess fat accumulation in the liver not caused by alcohol consumption, often associated with obesity, diabetes, and metabolic syndrome. |
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PUD = Peptic Ulcer Disease |
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| A condition characterized by open sores or ulcers in the lining of the stomach or duodenum, often caused by Helicobacter pylori infection or the use of NSAIDs |
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A method of providing nutrition intravenously, bypassing the digestive tract, often used in patients with severe gastrointestinal conditions or after surgery |
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| A form of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) that causes chronic inflammation and ulcers in the colon and rectum, leading to symptoms such as diarrhea, abdominal pain, and rectal bleeding. |
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| Named After: Johann Conrad Brunner, a Swiss anatomist. Glands in the duodenum that secrete alkaline mucus to protect the intestinal lining. These glands help neutralize stomach acid in the small intestine, playing a key role in preventing damage to the intestinal mucosa |
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| Named After: Burrill Crohn, an American gastroenterologist. A chronic inflammatory condition of the gastrointestinal tract, often affecting the ileum and colon. Symptoms include abdominal pain, diarrhea, weight loss, and malnutrition. It is a type of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) |
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- Named After: Augustin Nicolas Gilbert, a French physician.
- A hereditary liver disorder resulting in mildly elevated bilirubin levels, typically without significant symptoms. It is often detected incidentally during routine blood tests and is usually benign.
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| Named After: Allen Whipple, an American surgeon. |
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| the recorded radiographic image |
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| pertaining to visual examination |
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| developing cell, germ cell |
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IBD = Inflammatory Bowel Disease |
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| A group of chronic inflammatory conditions affecting the gastrointestinal tract, primarily including Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis. |
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