Esophagus The hollow tube leading from the mouth to the stomach. F - H Gastric Referring to the stomach. Gastroenterologist A physician who specializes in digestive diseases, that is, diseases of the gastrointestinal tract. The gastrointestinal tract includes the esophagus, stomach, intestines, and anus. Some gastroenterologists also have expertise in diseases of the liver, gallbladder, and pancreas since these organs are also involved in digestion.
Gas is pumped in through one of the tubes to create enough space to work in.
The surgeon inserts a small camera through one of the tubes and examines the lining and contents of the abdominal cavity by looking at the projected image on the television screen. With specially designed laparascopic instruments, biopsies and fluid samples can be taken for examination. The largest organ in the body, located in the right upper part of the abdomen. It performs many life-maintaining functions including the production of bile. It detoxifies the blood of drugs, alcohol and other harmful chemical.