Intermediate
Technical
In the Industry Vocabulary Test
gastric fundus
The uppermost curved portion of the stomach that is typically removed during sleeve gastrectomy to reduce ghrelin production.
Full Definition
The gastric fundus is the dome-shaped upper region of the stomach located above the level of the cardiac notch. In bariatric surgery, complete fundus removal during sleeve gastrectomy is crucial for optimal weight loss outcomes as this region contains the highest concentration of ghrelin-producing cells. Incomplete fundus resection can lead to weight regain and is a common technical error in sleeve procedures.
In Context
- "Complete mobilization of the gastric fundus is essential for adequate sleeve construction." — surgical technique guide
- "Imaging revealed residual gastric fundus contributing to the patient's weight regain." — radiological report
Also known as
fundus
gastric dome
Contrasted with
gastric antrum
Don't confuse with
gastric body
gastric cardia