Greater curvature

What does "Greater curvature" mean in a report or doctor's letter? In our medical dictionary, you will find a patient-friendly explanation of the meaning of this medical term.

Explanation

The "greater curvature" is a term used in medicine to describe the larger, outer curve of the stomach. Imagine the stomach as a sort of bag with a big curve on one side and a smaller one on the other. The greater curvature is the longer, outer curve that makes up most of the stomach's shape. It's important because it's where a lot of the stomach's blood supply comes from.

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