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Gastroenterology
Gastroenterology is the branch of medicine that studies the digestive system and its disorders.
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intestinal flora
Medical; Gastroenterology
The bacteria, yeasts, and fungi that normally grow in the intestines and colon.
aerophagia
Medical; Gastroenterology
A condition that occurs when a person swallows too much air, causing gas and frequent belching.
portosystemic shunt
Medical; Gastroenterology
An operation to create an opening between the portal vein and other veins around the liver to treat portal hypertension.
Zenker’s diverticulum
Medical; Gastroenterology
Pouches in the esophagus caused by increased pressure in and around the esophagus.
Valve
Medical; Gastroenterology
One or more flaps of tissue in the lining of an organ that controls the flow of fluid and prevents backflow.
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