Definition of "gastroparesis" []

• A condition, often a complication of diabetes, characterised by a delayed emptying of the stomach (noun)

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• "There's a condition called gastroparesis, that's a form of neuropathy effecting the vagus nerve that controls stomach emptying."
• "Severe vomiting and nausea may be caused by a condition known as gastroparesis, where the stomach empties very slowly without there being any blockage."
• "Their report suggest that diabetic patients with gastrointestinal symptoms and bodyweight loss should be considered for SMA syndrome, despite the gastroparesis is the most common etiology."