GASTRIC AND INTESTINAL MOTILITY
Gastric and intestinal motility refer to the movement of food and digestive fluids through the stomach and the intestines. This movement is crucial for digestion and nutrient absorption. The muscles in these organs contract and relax in coordinated patterns, pushing…
GASTRIC AND INTESTINAL SECRETIONS
Gastric Cells & Secretions Here’s a description of various types of gastric cells and their secretions: Parietal Cells: Parietal cells are found in the gastric glands of the stomach’s oxyntic mucosa. They secrete hydrochloric acid (HCl) and intrinsic factor. HCl…
INTESTINAL OBSTRUCTION EXPLAINED
Intestinal obstruction refers to a partial or complete blockage of the intestines, which prevents the normal flow of food, fluids, and gas through the digestive system. It can occur in the small intestine (small bowel obstruction) or the large intestine…
AN OVERVIEW OF INTESTINAL STOMA
Introduction An intestinal stoma is a surgical opening created on the abdominal wall that connects a part of the intestine to the outside of the body. It is usually performed when a portion of the intestine is unable to function…
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