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