Which of the following regions of the stomach is correctly matched with its description?

A. Pylorus - the most inferior portion of the stomach
B. Body - portion closest to the esophagus
C. Cardiac region - the largest portion of the stomach
D. Pyloric opening - opening from the esophagus
E. Fundus - opening from the stomach into the duodenum


Answer: A

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