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ascites
Medical; Gastroenterology
A buildup of fluid in the abdomen usually caused by severe liver disease such as cirrhosis.
gastrostomy
Medical; Gastroenterology
An artificial opening from the stomach to a hole (stoma) in the abdomen where a feeding tube is inserted.
pyloroplasty
Medical; Gastroenterology
An operation to widen the opening between the stomach and the small intestine, which allows stomach contents to pass more freely from the stomach.
gastrointestinal duplications
Medical; Gastroenterology
Rare, smooth cystic structures attached to the border of the intestines, which are most commonly seen in the ileum.
occult bleeding
Medical; Gastroenterology
Blood in stool that is not visible to the naked eye. It may be a sign of inflammation or a disease such as colorectal cancer.
achlorhydria
Medical; Gastroenterology
A lack of hydrochloric acid in the digestive juices of the stomach.
ulcer
Medical; Gastroenterology
A sore on the skin’s surface or on the stomach or intestinal lining.
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