epigastrium

(noun)

The upper middle region of the abdomen, between the umbilical and hypochondriac regions.

Examples of epigastrium in the following topics:

  • Anatomy of the Pancreas

    • The pancreas lies in the epigastrium or upper central region of the abdomen and can vary in shape.
    • The pancreas lies in the epigastrium or upper central region of the abdomen.
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