Pyloric: meaning, definitions and examples
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pyloric
[ paɪˈlɔrɪk ]
biological anatomy
The term 'pyloric' pertains to the pylorus, which is the opening from the stomach into the duodenum (the first part of the small intestine). It refers to the pyloric valve, a muscular structure that controls the passage of digested food from the stomach to the intestine, ensuring proper digestion and nutrient absorption. In medical contexts, it often relates to conditions affecting the pylorus, which could impact digestive processes and overall health.
Examples of usage
- The pyloric sphincter regulates the flow of food.
- Pyloric stenosis is a condition seen in infants.
- The pyloric region of the stomach is crucial for digestion.
Translations
Translations of the word "pyloric" in other languages:
🇵🇹 pilorico
🇮🇳 पाइरोरिक
🇩🇪 pylorisch
🇮🇩 pilorik
🇺🇦 пілоричний
🇵🇱 pyloryczny
🇯🇵 幽門の (ゆうもんの)
🇫🇷 pylorique
🇪🇸 pilórico
🇹🇷 pilorik
🇰🇷 유문 (yumun)
🇸🇦 بوابلي (buwabali)
🇨🇿 pylorický
🇸🇰 pylorický
🇨🇳 幽门的 (yōumén de)
🇸🇮 pilorčni
🇮🇸 pylorískur
🇰🇿 пилорлық
🇬🇪 პილორიული (piloriyuli)
🇦🇿 pilorik
🇲🇽 pilórico
Etymology
The word 'pyloric' is derived from the Greek word 'pyloros', which means 'gatekeeper'. The term 'pylorus' refers specifically to the region of the stomach that connects to the duodenum, and it reflects the function of this anatomical feature as a gateway that regulates the exit of stomach contents into the small intestine. This term entered medical and biological vocabulary in the late 17th century as anatomical studies advanced, and it has remained a critical term in understanding the digestive system throughout medical history. Its usage in medical literature has persisted, particularly in discussions of gastrointestinal health, surgery, and disease.