| intestinal bypass |
a surgical procedure in which the beginning of the large intestine is joined to its end so that less food is absorbed; because of serious side effects, usually performed only on seriously obese people
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| intestine |
The part of the digestive system extending from the stomach to the rectum; includes both the small and large intestines and functions in the absorption of water and nutrients; also called bowel or gut.
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| intestinal obstruction |
A partial or complete blockage in the small or large intestine that prevents food or fluid from passing through. Often causes pain, cramps, bloating, constipation and sometimes diarrhea.
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| intestinal |
(Ajd) Relating to the bowel (both the small bowel and the large bowel)
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| intestinal infantilism |
An old name of the disease now known as coeliac disease or gluten enteropathy
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