Cardia

/ˈkɑːrdiə/ noun

The upper opening of the stomach where it connects to the esophagus, or a general anatomical term relating to the heart.

From Greek 'kardia' meaning 'heart.' In medical anatomy, it specifically refers to the cardiac opening of the stomach, also called the gastroesophageal junction, though it's named for its heart-like shape and function.

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