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Flashcards in The Stomach Deck (9)
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1
Q

What is the fundus?

A

Upper part of stomach,

Forms a bulge above the level of the opening of the oesophagus

2
Q

What is the pyloric antrum ?

A

Initial portion of pylorus; near bottom of stomach, proximal to pyloric sphincter

3
Q

What is the pylorus?

A

Opening of the stomach into the duodenum

4
Q

What is the function of the pyloric sphincter?

A

Contracts if duodenum is too distended due to increased food digestion
- controls passage of food into small intestine

5
Q

What is the pyloric sphincter?

A

Band of smooth muscle at the junction between the pylorus and duodenum

6
Q

What are rugae?

A

series of ridges produced by folding of inner stomach wall

7
Q

What is the role of rugae in the stomach?

A

Allows expansion of stomach after food and liquid consumption

8
Q

What is the cardia?

A

Opening of the oesophagus into the stomach

9
Q

Explain why the cardia is at an oblique angle?

A

prevents reflux of gastric acid same as upper/lower sphincters