hepatopancreatic ampulla

ampulla biliaropancreatica

A dilation of the duodenal papilla that is the opening of the juncture of the common bile duct and the main pancreatic duct.

Type Organ
Parent Structure bile duct
Latin Name ampulla biliaropancreatica
FMA ID 15076

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hepatopancreatic ampulla?
A dilation of the duodenal papilla that is the opening of the juncture of the common bile duct and the main pancreatic duct.
What is the Latin name for the hepatopancreatic ampulla?
The Latin name for the hepatopancreatic ampulla is ampulla biliaropancreatica.

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