gastroduodenal

Meanings

• adjective

  Relating to the stomach and duodenum.

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Variants

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gastroduodenal

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Etymology

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Derived from the Latin words 'gastric' (stomach) and 'duodenum' (the first part of the small intestine).

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Trivia

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1. The gastroduodenal region is responsible for the secretion of digestive enzymes and the beginning of the absorption of nutrients.

2. The gastroduodenal ulcer is often caused by a bacterium called Helicobacter pylori.

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Related Concepts

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1. Gastrointestinal tract: The gastroduodenal is a part of the gastrointestinal tract, which is an organ system responsible for the digestion and absorption of food.

2. Gastroduodenal ulcer: A type of ulcer that affects the gastroduodenal region, causing discomfort and pain.

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How to Memorize "gastroduodenal"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine the stomach and duodenum as a single unit, both being important parts of the digestive system.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word with the digestive system and remember it as a term related to the stomach and duodenum.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic using the first letters of 'Gastro' and 'Duodenum' to remember the term.

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