Stomach, Small Intestine and Large Intestine Flashcards
(9 cards)
1
Q
Where is the stomach located?
A
Upper abdominal cavity (below liver)
2
Q
What does the stomach do when it’s empty?
A
Deflates inward to form rugae (wrinkles)
3
Q
What controls the movement of food into small intestine?
A
Pyloric sphincter
4
Q
Pyloric sphincter
A
Controls movement of food into small intestine
5
Q
Which four regions is the stomach composed of?
A
Cardia, Fundus, Body and Pylorus
6
Q
Cardia
A
Surrounds the oesophageal sphincter
7
Q
Fundus
A
Expanded portion lateral to the cardiac region
8
Q
Body
A
Midportion, “main” part of stomach
9
Q
Pylorus
A
Funnel-shaped terminal end; contains pyloric sphincter
