Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
gastrology
noun
/ˌɡæs.trɒl.ə.dʒi/
Definition
Gastrology is the study of the stomach and its related diseases.
Examples
- The field of gastrology encompasses various conditions such as gastritis and ulcers.
- She decided to specialize in gastrology during her medical internship.
Meaning
It focuses on the functions, disorders, and treatment of the gastrointestinal tract.
Synonyms
- Gastroenterology
- Digestive medicine
