Gastric Cancer
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World J Gastroenterol. Jan 7, 2006; 12(1): 43-47
Published online Jan 7, 2006. doi: 10.3748/wjg.v12.i1.43
Table 1 Relationship between EUS and anatomic layers of normal gastric wall
EUSHistology
1st hypoechoic layerWater interface and superficial mucosa
2nd hypoechoic layerDeeper mucosa
3rd hyperechoic layerSubmucosa
4th hypoechoic layerMuscularis propria
5th hyperechoic layerSerosa and subserosal fat