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Which term refers to the upper region that includes the stomach and heart?
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∙ 14y ago
the stomach region is called the abdomen abdominal wall..)
and the upper region containing the heart and lungs is called the thorax (thoracic surgery..)
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∙ 6y agoupper gastric
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In a fetal pig why is the anterior end of the stomach called the cardiac stomach?
Simply because it is closer to the heart. Cardiac refers to the heart.
Organs of the nine regions of the body?
Right Hypochondriac Region: Right lung Epigastric Region: Heart and Diaphragm Left Hypochondriac Region: Left Lung Right Lumbar Region: Liver Umbilical Region: Liver, Stomach and Large Intestine Left Lumbar Region: Stomach and Spleen Right iliac Region: Large Intestine Hypogastric Region: Small Intestine and Rectum Left iliac Region: Large Intestine
What organs are in the epigastric region?
The epigastric region refers to the upper middle portion of the abdominal area. The liver, kidneys, stomach, small intestine, transverse colon, pancreas, and spleen are all in this area.However, not all of these organs are contained entirely to this area and overlap into other regions.
What organs are found in the upper quadrant of the abdominal region?
The following organs are located in the Right Upper Quadrant (RUQ) of the abdomen:LiverGallbladderDuodenumHead of PancreasRight Adrenal GlandUpper lobe of Right KidneyHepatic flexure of ColonSection of ascending ColonSection of transverse Colon
What is the function of the Cardiac Stomach?
The anterior end of a pigs stomach is called the cardiac stomach because it lies next to the diaphragm, just below the heart. Because the heart lies within the cardiac region, that part of the stomach was named so that it would be helpful in identifying the placement of the stomach within the animals body.
How does the heart works with the stomach?
The heart works with the stomach to perform daily functions. The heart pumps blood to the stomach so that the cells can function properly.
What region is known as the heart of italy?
Central Italy is the heart of Italy. It includes the regions of Emilia Romagna, Tuscany, Umbria and Le Marche.
Is your heart above or below your stomach?
Your kidneys are inferior to your stomach. Scientists don't use the terms above or below to describe the relative position of organs in humans. They use the terms superior and inferior. Superior refers to a structure closer to the head. Inferior refers to a structure closer to your feet.
What governs the organs such as the heart stomach and intestines?
what governs organs such as the heart,stomach and intestines
What organs are made out of muscles?
the heart, the stomach
What refers to the heart while refers to the body vessels?
The coronary circulation refers to the heart. The systemic circulation refers to the other vessels in the body.
What does cardiovacular mean?
The term cardiovascular refers to the heart (cardio) and the blood vessels (vascular). The cardiovascular system includes the heart, arteries, veins, arterioles, venules, and capillaries.
