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Chapter 11
The Gastrointestinal System-Gastoenterology
Term | Definition |
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Anastomosis | Creation of an opening; a surgical procedure connecting two previously unconnected hollow tubes. |
Jaundice (Icterus) | Yellowing of skin; tissue, and fluids caused by increased levels of bilirubin in the blood. |
Fecal Occult Blood Test (FOBT) | Test of feces to discover blood not visibly apparent. |
Sclerosing Cholangitis | Inflammation and hardening of the bile vessels (duct). |
Peritone/o | Peritoneum |
Proctology | Branch of medicine dealing with the anus, rectum, and colon. |
Cholangiopancreatography | procedure for mapping the bile vessels (ducts) and pancreas. |
Hepatosclerosis | Hardening of the liver. |
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) | Disease in which acid comes up from the stomach and damages the esophagus. |
Nasogastric Tube | Tube inserted through the nose into the stomach. |