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Gastroparesis - Overview

Alternative Names

Gastroparesis diabeticorum; Delayed gastric emptying

Definition of Gastroparesis:

Gastroparesis is a condition that affects the ability of the stomach to empty its contents, but there is no blockage (obstruction).

Causes, incidence, and risk factors:

The cause of gastroparesis is unknown, but it may be caused by a disruption of nerve signals to the intestine. The condition is a common complication of diabetes and can be a complication of some surgeries.

Risk factors for gastroparesis include:

  • Reviewed last on: 2/20/2008
  • Christian Stone, MD, Division of Gastroenterology, Washington University in St. Louis, School of Medicine, St. Louis, MO. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network. Also reviewed by David Zieve, MD, MHA, Medical Director, A.D.A.M., Inc.
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