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Gastroenterology |
branch of the medicine specialized on the diagnosis & treatment, conditions affecting the gastrointestinal (GI) tract which includes the organs between the esophagus & rectum. |
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Gastroenterologist often treats conditions such as: |
• bleeding
• cancer • infections • nutritional disorders • diverticulosis • gallbladder disease • liver disease • gastroesophageal reflux • reflux |
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Gastrointestinal is also called the digestive system responsible for: |
• digesting food
• absorbing nutrients |
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Organs of the gastrointestinal (GI) tract are: |
• mouth
• pharynx • esophagus • stomach • intestine • colon • rectum • anus |
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The accessory organs are: |
• liver
• gallbladder • pancreas |
