gastrophrenic (Meaning)

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gastrophrenic (a.)

Pertaining to the stomach and diaphragm; as, the gastrophrenic ligament.

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The gastrophrenic ligament connects the diaphragm to the stomach, preventing the protrusion of abdominal contents into the thoracic cavity.
A gastrophrenic abscess is a localized collection of pus in the retroperitoneal space between the diaphragm and stomach.
Gastrophrenic fasciotomy involves surgical division of the gastrophrenic ligament to relieve pressure on the diaphragm.
The gastrophrenic fold stabilizes the stomach and prevents its displacement during respiration.
Chronic coughing can lead to the development of a gastrophrenic hernia, where a portion of the stomach protrudes through an opening in the diaphragm.
Gastrophrenic fistulas are abnormal connections between the stomach and the diaphragm, allowing gastric contents to leak into the thoracic cavity.
Gastrophrenic tears occur when the gastrophrenic ligament is torn, leading to the development of a hiatus hernia.
Electrocautery is used to seal gastrophrenic incisions during laparoscopic procedures to reduce the risk of bleeding and infection.
The gastrophrenic groove is a depression in the diaphragm that allows the esophagus to pass through.
Gastrophrenic pain is a common symptom of diaphragm irritation and can be caused by conditions such as diaphragmatic hernia or gastritis.

Pertaining to the stomach and diaphragm; as, the gastrophrenic ligament.

No synonyms found.

No antonyms found.

The gastrophrenic ligament connects the diaphragm to the stomach, preventing the protrusion of abdominal contents into the thoracic cavity.

A gastrophrenic abscess is a localized collection of pus in the retroperitoneal space between the diaphragm and stomach.

Gastrophrenic fasciotomy involves surgical division of the gastrophrenic ligament to relieve pressure on the diaphragm.

The gastrophrenic fold stabilizes the stomach and prevents its displacement during respiration.