Abbreviations
- GGT – Gamma-Glutamyl Transferase: An enzyme found in the liver and other tissues. High levels of GGT may indicate liver damage.
- GR: Gastric Remnant - Gastric Remnant refers to the portion of the stomach that remains after certain types of bariatric surgery, such as gastric bypass. It plays a role in food digestion and absorption.
- GBCA: Gallbladder Contractility Assessment - Gallbladder Contractility Assessment refers to a medical evaluation of the gallbladder's ability to contract and release bile, often performed to assess gallbladder function.
- GI: Gastrointestinal - Gastrointestinal refers to the digestive system, which includes the organs involved in the digestion of food, such as the stomach, intestines, and liver.
- GDM: Gestational Diabetes Mellitus - Gestational Diabetes Mellitus is a form of diabetes that develops during pregnancy and can affect both the mother and the baby's health.
- GP: General practitioner is a primary care physician.
- GI: Gastrointestinal refers to the digestive system.
- GBP: Gastric bypass is a type of bariatric surgery that involves creating a small pouch from the top of the stomach and then rerouting the small intestine to connect to the pouch. This reduces the amount of food that the stomach can hold and the amount of nutrients that the body can absorb.
- GB: Gastric banding is a type of bariatric surgery that involves placing an inflatable band around the upper stomach. This reduces the amount of food that the stomach can hold.
- GVT – Gastric Volume Test: A test that is used to measure the volume of the stomach.
- GVT – Gastric Volume Test: A test that is used to measure the volume of the stomach.
- GERD: Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease is a chronic condition where stomach acid frequently flows back into the esophagus, causing symptoms like heartburn and regurgitation.GERD can be exacerbated by obesity and is sometimes improved after weight loss through bariatric surgery.
