Definition

This term describes something that is connected to both the stomach and the first part of the small intestine, known as the duodenum.

Example

The doctor diagnosed her with a gastroduodenal condition that required treatment.

Conversation

I read an article about gastroduodenal issues and it's really concerning.

Yeah, I've heard those problems can be pretty serious.

Exactly! It mentioned how diet plays a big role in gastroduodenal health.

That's true; eating well can make a big difference.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Gastroduodenal is formed from "gastro-" (from Greek "gaster", meaning stomach) and "duodenum" (from Latin "duodeni", meaning twelve, referring to the twelve fingerbreadths of the small intestine). The term refers to the area or aspects related to both the stomach and the first part of the small intestine, which is the duodenum.

Memory Tip

Think of 'gastro-' as relating to the 'stomach' and 'duodenum' as the first part of the small intestine, which is about twelve fingerbreadths long. This helps you remember that 'gastroduodenal' connects the stomach and the duodenum.

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