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Clinical Terms Ch 25
Clinical Terms for Exam 4- Digestive System
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| achalasia | blockage of the lower esophagus b/c of weak peristalsis and malfunction of lower esophageal sphincter |
| cholecystitis | PAINFUL condition caused by blockage of the cystic or common bile duct by GALLSTONES |
| cholelithiasis | presence of GALLSTONES in the gallbladder |
| cirrhosis | a condition caused by scarring of LIVER following destruction of Hepatocytes by drug exposure, viral infection, ischemia or other factors |
| colitis | Irritation of COLON, leading to abnormal bowel function |
| colostomy | attatchment and opening of the colon to the abdominal wall, bypassing the distal portion of the Large Intestine |
| diverticulosis | a condition in which pockets (diverticula) form in the mucosa of the colon, usually in the SIGMOID colon |
| enteritis | irritation of Small Intestine by toxins or other irritants; causes diarrhea due to frequent peristalsis along small intestine |
| esophagitis | Inflammation of esophagus due to erosion by gastric juices |
| gastrectomy | surgical removal of Stomach; a potential treatment for stomach CANCER |
| Gastric stapling and gastric bypass | Surgical procedures to promote weight loss by blocking off a large portion of the gastric lumen |
| gastritis | inflammation of gastric mucosa |
| gastroenteritis | vomiting and diarrhea caused by an extremely powerful irritating stimulus |
| gastroscope | a fiber-optic instrument used to visualize the interior of the stomach |
| mumps | a Viral Infection that most often affects the PAROTID SALIVARY Gland between ages 5-9 |
| pancreatitis | an inflammation of the Pancreas due to blockage of the pancreatic ducts, bacterial or viral infections, or drug reactions |
| peptic ulcer | a localized erosion of the gastric or duodenal mucosa by acids and enzymes in chyme |
| periodontal disease | a progressive condition resulting from erosion of the connections between the necks of teeth and the gingiva |
| peritonitis | a painful condition resulting from inflammation of the PERITONEAL Membrane |
| plaque | a dense deposit of food particles and bacterial secretions on the surfaces of teeth |
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