Gastric disorders are a group of medical conditions that affect the stomach and its associated organs. These disorders can range from mild indigestion and acid reflux to more serious conditions such as peptic ulcer disease, gastritis and stomach cancer. Mutational patterns of gastric disorders refer to the genetic changes that occur in the cells of the stomach and its related organs. These mutations can occur due to environmental factors, such as exposure to certain chemicals or radiation, or they can be inherited from one's parents. Genetic mutations have been linked to a variety of different gastric disorders. Mutations in the genes that are responsible for the production of gastric acid can lead to a decrease in acid production, leading to gastritis. Mutations in the genes that code for proteins involved in the movement of food through the digestive tract can cause an increase in the speed of digestion, leading to conditions such as dumping syndrome. Mutations in the genes responsible for the control of cell growth and division can lead to the formation of cancerous tumors in the stomach and related organs.