That gastric varices occur quite frequently in the presence of portal hypertension is not surprising in view of the anatomy of the portal venous system (Fig. 4). The fundus of the stomach has a ...

Fundoplication mobilizes the lower esophagus and wraps the fundus of the stomach, either partially or totally, around the esophagus. If the esophageal hiatus is enlarged, it is also narrowed by ...

More information: Keyue Xu et al, Inhibitory mechanisms of docosahexaenoic acid on carbachol-, angiotensin II-, and bradykinin-induced contractions in guinea pig gastric fundus smooth muscle ...

The stomach, which is located in the abdomen between the oesophagus and the duodenum, is composed of four parts: the cardia, fundus, body and pylorus. It is responsible for food digestion and ...

Step 4: Creation of Window between Gastric Fundus, Esophagus, and Diaphragmatic Crura; Placement of Penrose Drain around Esophagus The esophagus is retracted upward with a Babcock clamp applied at ...

The stomach flu is an infection of the stomach or intestines, but influenza is an infection of the nose, throat, or lungs. Your symptoms can help you determine which one you have. The flu and ...

Britain is in the grip of a gastric flu outbreak which has spread from hospitals in Scotland to the south coast, health chiefs said today. Levels of the virus, which has already affected 12 ...

Anne Harding is a health and science writer with experience covering topics in psychology, neuroscience, nutrition, and ecology. Her work has appeared in CNN.com, Time.com, Everyday Health ...

Zhou, Hao Alici, Gursel Than, Trung D and Li, Weihua 2014. Experimental investigation into biomechanical and biotribological properties of a real intestine and their significance for design of a ...

Gas, indigestion, and stomach viruses are common causes of upper stomach pain. This symptom can also indicate appendicitis, bowel obstruction, or peptic ulcers in severe cases. The abdomen ...

Walking on an empty stomach boosts metabolism and energy levels, making it a good morning routine. Post-meal walking aids digestion and controls blood sugar, beneficial for those with diabetes.

The spleen is a small organ inside your left rib cage, located just above the stomach. It contains numerous blood vessels that are responsible for filtering your blood as well as carrying and ...