Duodenal (redirected from duodenal reflux)

duodenal /du·o·de·nal/ (doo?o-de´n'l) (doo-od´ah-n'l) of or pertaining to the duodenum.

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Duodenal

Refers to the duodenum, or the first part of the small intestine.

Mentioned in: Gastritis, H-2 Blockers

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duodenal

of or pertaining to the duodenum.

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duodenal glands

glands in the submucosa of the duodenum, opening into the small intestine; called also Brunner's glands.

duodenal reflux

retrograde movement of duodenal contents, either into the stomach where it has been incriminated as a cause of vomiting and gastric hyposecretion, or into the pancreatic duct and parenchyma as a factor in the etiology of acute pancreatitis.

duodenal stenosis

occurs in young foals up to 4 months old. Characterized by salivation, mild colic, regurgitation and unthriftiness.

duodenal ulcer

peptic ulcer of the duodenum. See also ulcer.