Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
perigastric
Adjective
ˌpɛrɪˈɡæstrɪk
Definition
Relating to the area around the stomach.
Examples
- The surgeon noted the perigastric tissue as a crucial area during the operation.
- Perigastric pain can be a symptom of various gastrointestinal disorders.
- In the study, they focused on perigastric inflammation and its effects on digestion.
Meaning
The term perigastric refers to the regions surrounding the stomach, often used in a medical or anatomical context.
Synonyms
- Abdominal
- Gastric
- Peritoneal
