gastrointestinal
Americanadjective
adjective
Etymology
Origin of gastrointestinal
First recorded in 1825–35; gastro- + intestinal
Vocabulary lists containing gastrointestinal
Example Sentences
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Gastrointestinal failure means Rupert's digestive system does not function as it should, while haemophilia A is a condition which affects how his blood clots.
From BBC • Jun. 4, 2026
These conversations naturally bring up anxiety and pain for parents, said Hadley Maya, a clinical social worker at the Center for Young Onset Colorectal and Gastrointestinal Cancer at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center.
From Seattle Times • Mar. 22, 2024
Gastrointestinal illnesses potentially linked to raw oysters sickened nearly 200 people, according to health officials in Southern California, who urged residents to take extra precautions with shellfish.
From New York Times • Jan. 18, 2024
Gastrointestinal issues, in particular, are accompanied by reduced bowels sounds, which could be used as an early warning sign of digestion issues, intestinal dysmotility and potential obstructions.
From Science Daily • Nov. 16, 2023
Worm colic is discussed under the heading "Gastrointestinal parasites," page 90.
From Special Report on Diseases of the Horse by Michener, Charles B.
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