Mesh term Duodenum
Browse to parent terms:Intestine, Small
Upper Gastrointestinal Tract
Description
The shortest and widest portion of the SMALL INTESTINE adjacent to the PYLORUS of the STOMACH. It is named for having the length equal to about the width of 12 fingers.Browse to child terms:
Ampulla of Vater
Brunner Glands
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