Gastric Dilatation

Abnormal distention of the STOMACH due to accumulation of gastric contents that may reach 10 to 15 liters. Gastric dilatation may be the result of GASTRIC OUTLET OBSTRUCTION; ILEUS; GASTROPARESIS; or denervation.

Year introduced: 2005 (1966)

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Tree Number(s): C06.405.748.300

MeSH Unique ID: D013271

Entry Terms:

• Dilatation, Gastric
• Gastric Dilation
• Dilation, Gastric
• Stomach Dilatation
• Dilatation, Stomach
• Stomach Dilation
• Dilation, Stomach

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Diseases Category
Digestive System Diseases
Gastrointestinal Diseases
Stomach Diseases
Gastric Dilatation