Digestive Pathologies Flashcards
1
Q
Bezoar
A
Mass in the stomach formed by material that does not pass into the intestine
2
Q
Diverticulitis
A
Inflammation of the diverticula in the alimentary canal.
3
Q
Diverticulum
A
Pouch created by the herniation of the mucous membrane through the muscular coat
4
Q
Gastritis
A
Inflammation of lining of stomach
5
Q
Gastro esophageal reflux
A
Backward flow of the stomach contents into the esophagus
6
Q
Hiatal hernia
A
Protrusion of the stomach through the esophageal hiatus of the diaphragm.
7
Q
Ulcer
A
Depressed lesion on the surface of the alimentary canal
8
Q
Achalasia
A
Failure of smooth muscle of alimentary canal to relax
