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Congress: ECR25
Poster Number: C-11840
Type: Poster: EPOS Radiologist (educational)
DOI: 10.26044/ecr2025/C-11840
Authorblock: F. Masino1, D. Saccente2, P. Marvulli2, S. Lofino2, M. Rella2, M. Balbino1, M. Montatore1, G. Guglielmi1, E. Muscogiuri1; 1Foggia (FG)/IT, 2Brindisi (BR)/IT
Disclosures:
Federica Masino: Nothing to disclose
Domenico Saccente: Nothing to disclose
Paolo Marvulli: Nothing to disclose
Stefano Lofino: Nothing to disclose
Marco Rella: Nothing to disclose
Marina Balbino: Nothing to disclose
Manuela Montatore: Nothing to disclose
Giuseppe Guglielmi: Nothing to disclose
Eluisa Muscogiuri: Nothing to disclose
Keywords: Contrast agents, Gastrointestinal tract, Stomach (incl. Oesophagus), Plain radiographic studies, Barium meal, Contrast agent-oral, Diagnostic procedure, Pathology
Background

Visceroptosis, or Glenard’s disease, describes the downward displacement of abdominal organs from their normal anatomical positions. When this condition specifically affects the stomach, it is known as gastroptosis. Gastroptosis is a rare and often overlooked condition, characterized by the descent of the stomach into the pelvic cavity. This results in the greater curve of the stomach being positioned below the level of the iliac crest, while the antrum typically remains in its usual location [1].

The condition is most commonly attributed to excessive laxity of the abdominal wall and the mesenteric attachments of the stomach, which become too thin and relaxed under the weight of the organ. This laxity allows the stomach to descend, disrupting its normal function and potentially causing symptoms such as gastro-esophageal reflux and dysphagia. These symptoms are often non-specific, making gastroptosis challenging to diagnose without the use of imaging [2].

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