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Digestive Medical Terminology
Chapter 9 Medical Terminology
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09/11/2011

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Cholecystogram
Definition
X-ray of the gallbladder
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Vomiting Blood
Definition
Hematemesis
Term
Aphagia
Definition
Loss of ability to swallow
Term
Surgical incision into the abdominal wall
Definition
Laparotomy
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BE
Definition
Barium Enema
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A specialist in the study of the rectum
Definition
Proctologist
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UGI
Definition
Upper Gastrointestinal
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NG
Definition
Nasogastric
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GERD
Definition
Gastrointestinal Reflux Disease
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Surgical repair of a hernia
Definition
Herniorrhaphy
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Creation of a new or artificial opening for the colon through the abdominal wall to the outside surface
Definition
Colostomy
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Surgical removal of the gallbladder
Definition
Cholecystectomy
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Endoscopic visualization and examination of the large intestine from the anus to the ileocecal junction
Definition
Colonoscopy
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A fungal infection of the mouth and throat that produces creamy white patches on the tongue and other oral surfaces
Definition
Thrush
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Temporary stoppage of intestinal peristalsis
Definition
Ileus
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Inflammation of the liver
Definition
Hepatitis
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Presence of salivary stones or calculi in the salivary gland
Definition
Sialolithiasis
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Surgical removal of a polyp
Definition
Polypectomy
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Pumping the stomach
Definition
Gastric Lavage
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The microscopic screen for colorectal cancer is usually ordered for all patients at age 50 and older
Definition
Occult blood test
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