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| the record, radiographic image |
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| instrument used for visualization |
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| hernia, protrusion of an organ through a membrane or cavity wall |
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| a measurement of body fat based on height and weight, used to assess whether an individual is underweight, normal weight, overweight or obese |
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| a diagnostic procedure in which a flexible endoscope is used to examine the esophagus, stomach and upper part of the small intestine. (duodenum) |
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| a condition in infants or children characterized by insufficient weight gain or growth, often caused by inadequate nutrition or underlying medical conditions. |
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| a chronic condition in which stomach acid or bile flows back into esophagus, causing symptoms such as heartburn, regurgitation, and difficulty swallowing. |
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| referring to the digestive system, which includes the stomach, intestines, and associated organs involved in digestion and nutrient absorption |
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| a condition in which a portion of the intestine or abdominal tissue protrudes through a weak spot in the inguinal canal, causing a bulge in the groin. |
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| a group of chronic inflammatory conditions affecting the gastrointestinal tract, primarily including Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis. |
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| a common functional gastrointestinal disorder characterized by symptoms such as abdominal pain, bloating and altered bowel habits (constipation, diarrhea, or both) |
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| a tube inserted through the nose into the stomach, used for feeding, administering medications, or draining stomach contents |
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| a condition characterized by open sores or ulcers in the lining of the stomach or duodenum, often caused by helicobacter pylori infection or the use of NSAIDs |
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| a method of providing nutrition intravenously, bypassing the digestive tract, often used in patients with severe gastrointestinal conditions or after surgery |
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| a form of inflammatory bowel disease that causes chronic inflammation and ulcers in the colon and rectum, leading to symptoms such as diarrhea, abdominal pain and rectal bleeding |
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| named after: Johann Conrad Brunner, a Swiss anatomist. glands in the duodenum that secrete alkaline mucus to protect the intestinal lining. |
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| the recorded radiographic image |
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| Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia |
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