What is another word for epigastria?
Pronunciation: [ˌɛpɪɡˈastɹi͡ə] (IPA) 
Epigastria refers to the upper central region of the abdomen, just below the rib cage. Some synonyms for the word epigastria include upper abdomen, upper gastrointestinal region, upper belly, and hypochondrium region. It is also referred to as the upper abdominal quadrant, as it is one of four quadrants that divide the abdomen into sections. Other anatomical terms for the epigastria area include the esophageal region, the gastritis region, and the pancreatic region. Understanding the various synonyms for this area is important for describing abdominal pain or discomfort for medical purposes.
