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foregut /fore·gut/ (-gut) the endodermal canal of the embryo cephalic to the junction of the yolk stalk, giving rise to the pharynx, lung, esophagus, stomach, liver, and most of the small intestine.
foregut [fôr′gut] Etymology: AS, fore, in front, guttas foregut the endodermal canal of the embryo cephalic to the junction of the yolk stalk, giving rise to the pharynx, lung, esophagus, stomach, liver and most of the small intestine. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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Given the extent of the fluid collection, our differential diagnosis included a retropharyngeal abscess with danger-space extension along with an infection of a developmental anomaly, such as a foregut duplication cyst, lymphangioma, or thymic cyst. The transition of the lungs from a simple protruding bud of tissue from the foregut into a highly organized, integrated, complex structure that is innervated, ventilated, and vascularized is a multi-step process. Their diet of leaves lets bacteria thrive in their foregut. |
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