major duodenal papilla

greater duodenal papilla

The common bile duct and the pancreatic duct together perforate the medial side of the second portion of the duodenum obliquely, some 7 to 10 cm below the pylorus, forming a structure called the major duodenal papilla. The accessory pancreatic duct sometimes pierces it about 2 cm above and slightly in front of these.

Type Organ
Parent Structure duodenal papilla
Latin Name greater duodenal papilla
FMA ID 15074

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the major duodenal papilla?
The common bile duct and the pancreatic duct together perforate the medial side of the second portion of the duodenum obliquely, some 7 to 10 cm below the pylorus, forming a structure called the major duodenal papilla. The accessory pancreatic duct sometimes pierces it about 2 cm above and slightly
What is the Latin name for the major duodenal papilla?
The Latin name for the major duodenal papilla is greater duodenal papilla.

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