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Chapter 8
Digestive System
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Medical
12th Grade
11/13/2012

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Term
gastroduodenostomy
Definition
removal of the pylorus of the stomach and the establishment of an anastomosis between the upper portion of the stomach and the duodenum
Term
gastroenteritis
Definition
inflammation of the stomach and small intestine
Term
gastrorrhagia
Definition
bleeding from the stomach
Term
gastrorrhea
Definition
excessive flow of gastric secretions
Term
gastrorrhexis
Definition
rupture of the stomach
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gastrostomy
Definition
a surgical procedure for inserting a tube through the abdomen wall and into the stomach. The tube is used for feeding or drainage
Term
gingivectomy
Definition
surgical removal of a portion of the gingiva (gums).
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