duodenal ampulla


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Related to duodenal ampulla: duodenal cap

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)

du·o·de·nal am·pul·la

(dū'ō-dē'năl am-pul'lă)
The dilated portion of the superior part of the duodenum;
See also: duodenal cap
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