How Do You Spell GASTROCELE?

Pronunciation: [ɡˈastɹə͡ʊsə͡l] (IPA)

Gastrocele is a medical term that refers to a herniation or protrusion of the stomach through the abdominal wall. The spelling of this word uses the IPA's phonetic transcription system, which consists of symbols that represent the sounds of speech. In IPA, the word "gastrocele" is spelled /ˈɡæstɹəʊsɛl/. The first syllable is pronounced with a hard "g" sound, followed by the short "a" sound. The second syllable has a long "o" sound, and the final syllable is pronounced with a soft "s" and a short "e".

GASTROCELE Meaning and Definition

1. A gastrocele is a medical condition characterized by an abnormal herniation or protrusion of the stomach through the abdominal wall or diaphragm. It is a form of abdominal hernia, specifically involving the stomach, and can occur due to various factors such as trauma, weakness in the abdominal muscles, or congenital abnormalities.

   The term "gastrocele" is derived from the Greek words "gastro" meaning stomach and "cele" meaning hernia or swelling. This condition can result in the partial displacement or complete prolapse of the stomach into a separate sac or cavity, causing discomfort, pain, and potential complications such as gastric obstruction or volvulus.

   Common symptoms associated with a gastrocele include abdominal pain, bloating, nausea, and vomiting. The severity of symptoms may vary depending on the size and location of the hernia. In some cases, gastroceles may be asymptomatic and incidentally found during medical imaging tests conducted for other purposes.

   Treatment for gastrocele typically involves surgical intervention to repair the herniated area and reposition the stomach back into its proper anatomical position. The specific surgical approach used may depend on the size and location of the hernia, as well as the overall health of the patient. In cases where the gastrocele is small and not causing any symptoms or complications, conservative management with monitoring may be considered. Regular follow-up visits with healthcare professionals are essential to ensure proper management and prevent potential complications.

2. Hernia of a portion of the stomach.

   A practical medical dictionary. By Stedman, Thomas Lathrop. Published 1920.

Common Misspellings for GASTROCELE

• gastrcoele
• Gastrosoele
• fastrocele
• vastrocele
• bastrocele
• hastrocele
• yastrocele
• tastrocele
• gzstrocele
• gsstrocele
• gwstrocele
• gqstrocele
• gaatrocele
• gaztrocele
• gaxtrocele
• gadtrocele
• gaetrocele
• gawtrocele
• gasrrocele
• gasfrocele

Etymology of GASTROCELE

The word "gastrocele" is derived from two Greek roots: "gastro" meaning stomach and "cele" meaning swelling or hernia. Therefore, "gastrocele" refers to a hernia or swelling in the stomach.

Similar spelling word for GASTROCELE

• Entero-Gastrocele.