Electrogastrogram
Electrogastrogram
An Electrogastrogram (pronunciation: e-lek-tro-gas-tro-gram) is a non-invasive medical procedure used to measure the electrical activity of the stomach. The term is derived from the Greek words electron meaning amber, gaster meaning stomach, and gramma meaning something written.
Procedure
The Electrogastrogram procedure involves placing electrodes on the skin over the stomach. These electrodes detect the electrical signals that control the muscles in the stomach. These signals are then recorded and analyzed to determine if there are any abnormalities in the stomach's electrical activity.
Uses
An Electrogastrogram is often used to diagnose conditions such as Gastroparesis, a condition where the stomach cannot empty itself of food in a normal fashion, and Functional Dyspepsia, a chronic disorder of sensation and movement in the upper digestive tract.
Related Terms
- Electrocardiogram: A similar procedure used to measure the electrical activity of the heart.
- Gastroenterology: The branch of medicine focused on the digestive system and its disorders.
- Gastroparesis: A condition that affects the stomach muscles and prevents proper stomach emptying.
- Functional Dyspepsia: A chronic disorder of sensation and movement in the upper digestive tract.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Electrogastrogram
- Wikipedia's article - Electrogastrogram
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