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gastroenterologyMedical specialty dealing with digestion and the digestive system. In the 17th century Jan Baptista van Helmont conducted the first scientific studies in the field; William Beaumont published his own observations in 1833. Lavage (washing out the stomach) and endoscopy were developed in the 19th century, and endoscopy and X rays with a contrast medium were first used to visualize the stomach and digestive organs in the 1890s. Gastroenterologists diagnose and treat disorders of the stomach, intestines, liver, and pancreas, including ulcers, tumours, inflammatory diseases (including ulcerative colitis and ileitis), and rectal disorders. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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Because a detailed gastroenterologic examination, including 24-hour pH monitoring, had detected no evidence of a gastrointestinal disease (gastroesophageal reflux or laryngopharyngeal reflux in particular), no medication had been recommended. Kids get exposed to four to six different strains of cold virus plus a few gastroenterologic viruses and several bacteria each year. Membership is comprised of approximately 12,000 gastroenterologic physicians and scientists throughout the world engaged in clinical practice, research and education. |
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