ampulla of duodenum

ampulla of duodenum

[TA]
the dilated portion of the superior part of the duodenum.
See also: duodenal cap.
Synonym(s): ampulla duodeni [TA], bulbus duodeni ☆ , duodenal ampulla (1)
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