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NexiumResearch DefinitionsGlossarySome words have many meanings. A term will refer the reader to another definition only when the second definition gives additional information about a topic that is directly related to the first term. All Definitions A - Z V Vagotomy Pronounced - vay-GAH-tuh-mee An operation to cut the vagus nerve. This causes the stomach to make less acid. Vagus Nerve Pronounced - VAY-gus nurv The nerve in the stomach that controls the making of stomach acid. Varices Pronounced - VAIR-uh-seez Stretched veins such as those that form in the esophagus from cirrhosis. Villi Pronounced - VIL-eye The tiny, fingerlike projections on the surface of the small intestine. Villi help absorb nutrients. 
Viral Pronounced - VY-rul Having to do with a virus. A virus is an extremely small microscopic organism that often cause disease. Viral Hepatitis Pronounced - VY-rul heh-puh-TY-tis Hepatitis caused by a virus. Five different viruses - A, B, C, D, and E - most commonly cause this form of hepatitis. Other rare viruses may also cause hepatitis. More about Hepatitis Volvulus Pronounced - VAHLV-yoo-lus A twisting of the stomach or large intestine. May be caused by the stomach being in the wrong position, a foreign substance, or abnormal joining of one part of the stomach or intestine to another. Volvulus can lead to blockage, perforation, peritonitis, and poor blood flow. 
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