epigastric

[ ep-i-gas-trik ]

adjective

1. lying upon, distributed over, or pertaining to the epigastrium.

Word History and Origins

Origin of epigastric¹

First recorded in 1650–60; epigastr(ium) + -ic

Example Sentences

The epigynum of this form was extremely undeveloped, having only a small epigastric furrow with depressions at either end.

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The epigynum consists of a long epigastric furrow with a large lip-like opening near its median line.

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An arterial twig runs along the round ligament, bringing the ovarian artery into relation with the deep epigastric artery.

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From the latter, vessels pass to the epigastric gland lying in front of the termination of the external iliac artery.

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The progressive deterioration wrought in the epigastric region, the seat of vitality, has vitiated the whole system.

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