epigastrium

• Nom désignant la région du corps située sur ou au-dessus de l'abdomen, juste sous le sternum.

A noun referring to the region of the body located on or over the stomach, just below the sternum.

1. Upper central abdominal regionC1formalmedical

   The part of the upper abdomen located just below the sternum, overlying the stomach.

   Épigastre

   • The patient reported a sharp pain in the epigastrium after eating.
   • The doctor palpated the epigastrium to check for tenderness.
   • An ulcer can cause a burning sensation in the epigastrium.

   Synonymespit of the stomach