Gastroptosis
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Gastroptosis is the abnormal downward dislocation (ptosis) of the stomach in which its greater curve is displaced below the iliac crest. It is not a life-threatening condition.
The condition frequently causes digestive symptoms, epigastric pain, constipation, decreased appetite, and sometimes even gastric emptying disorders.<ref>Template:Cite journal</ref> It is much more prominent in women than men, and is diagnosed with x-ray using barium contrast.<ref name="Kusano">Template:Cite journal</ref><ref>Template:Cite book</ref> Gastroptosis is mainly caused by the relaxation of surrounding ligaments and mesenteries as a result of the weight of the stomach.<ref>Template:Cite journal</ref>