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gastric fundus

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gastric fundus,
that part of the stomach to the left and above the level of the entrance of the esophagus.


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An advanced tumor at the cardia may be manifested on barium studies by a polypoid or ulcerated mass in this region or by an infiltrating or scirrhous lesion encasing the gastric fundus (Figure 5B).
Achalasia and diffuse esophageal spasm: spectrum of findings and ... by Levine, Marc S. / Applied Radiology
Paraesophageal hiatal hernias are rare hernias involving migration of the gastric fundus into the thorax while the gastroesophageal junction remains below the diaphragm.
Dysphagia and reflux caused by a giant hiatal hernia by Postma, Gregory N. / Ear, Nose and Throat Journal
With age also comes decreased elasticity of the gastric fundus.
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