A duodenal ulcer is a type of peptic ulcer that can appear in the duodenum. The duodenum is the upper part of the small intestine that’s connected directly to the stomach where it empties into the ...

The duodenum is the first and shortest part of the small intestine. It’s located between your stomach and the jejunum, the next portion of your small intestine. The duodenum is shaped like a horseshoe ...

Tumors arising in the non-ampullary (extra-ampullary) segment of the duodenum are considered true ‘duodenal cancers’. These primary ‘duodenal’ carcinomas are rare and constitute 35–50% of all small ...

British scientists have developed an implanted sleeve, that looks like a giant sausage skin, which they claim can cure diabetes. The duodenum is the name for first 10 to 12 inches of the small ...

These are common terms and definitions associated with the gastrointestinal system and digestive problems or diseases. Abscess: A swollen, infected, pus-filled pocket that can develop anywhere in your ...