gastroenterologiaa
Gastroenterologiaa is a term used in some languages to refer to the medical specialty commonly known as gastroenterology. It focuses on the diagnosis and treatment of disorders of the digestive tract and related organs, including the esophagus, stomach, small and large intestines, rectum, liver, biliary system, and pancreas. Clinicians in this field evaluate symptoms such as abdominal pain, heartburn, dyspepsia, difficulty swallowing, gastrointestinal bleeding, diarrhea, constipation, jaundice, and unintended weight loss. The specialty integrates internal medicine with endoscopy, radiology, pathology, and surgery to provide comprehensive care.
Common conditions managed by gastroenterologists include acid-related diseases like gastroesophageal reflux disease and peptic ulcers; inflammatory
Diagnosis often relies on endoscopic procedures such as upper endoscopy and colonoscopy, along with imaging (ultrasound,
Training for gastroenterologists typically requires an internal medicine residency followed by a specialty fellowship in gastroenterology;