duodenogastric reflux

reflux /re·flux/ (re´fluks) a backward or return flow.

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duodenogastric reflux  reflux of the contents of the duodenum into the stomach; it may occur normally, especially during fasting.

gastroesophageal reflux  reflux of the stomach and duodenal contents into the esophagus.

hepatojugular reflux  distention of the jugular vein induced by applying manual pressure over the liver; it suggests insufficiency of the right heart.

intrarenal reflux  reflux of urine into the renal parenchymal tissue.

valvular reflux  backflow of blood past a venous valve in the lower limb due to venous insufficiency.

vesicoureteral reflux , vesicoureteric reflux backward flow of urine from the bladder into a ureter.

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duodenogastric reflux

[do̅o̅′ədē′nōgas′trik]

Etymology: L, duodeni, 12 fingers + Gk, gaster, stomach; L, refluere, to flow back

reflux of the contents of the duodenum into the stomach, which may occur normally, especially during fasting.