Enterogastric reflex

The enterogastric reflex (r. enterogastricus; from the Greek enteron - intestine and gaster - stomach) is a reflex in which irritation of the receptors of the small intestine causes inhibition of gastric secretion and motility.

This reflex is carried out through the vagus nerve. Irritation of the receptors of the small intestine leads to the excitation of interneurons in the intestinal wall, which, through the vagus nerve, inhibit the activity of the stomach. This reflex is necessary to coordinate the work of the stomach and intestines - when food enters the small intestine, the stomach “calms down” so as not to interfere with digestion and absorption.

The enterogastric reflex is one of the mechanisms regulating digestion. Violation of this reflex can lead to disorders of the gastrointestinal tract.

Of all the ancient goals of a doctor, two can be named as the main ones: “to maintain health and improve life.” The task of improving life is assigned by nature to reflex mechanisms. Scientists have discovered that almost any, even the most ordinary, irritant can cause one or another process in the body.

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