👉 The term "extragastric" is a medical terminology used to describe the digestive system, specifically within the stomach. This system is responsible for breaking down food and storing it in the small intestine as nutrients. In some cases, the term can also refer to the portion of the stomach that is not directly involved in digestion but still plays a role in its function. Extragastric conditions are often caused by various factors such as gastritis, peptic ulcer disease, inflammatory bowel diseases (
