bile duct
Definition
Noun A tube or passage (duct) that carries bile from the liver and gallbladder to the duodenum (the first part of the small intestine).
Usage
The term "bile duct" is used to refer to the specific anatomical structure in the biliary system. It is a standard term in medical and biological contexts. - The bile duct can become blocked, leading to jaundice. - Surgeons carefully identified the bile duct during the procedure.
Examples
- An ultrasound revealed a stone in the bile duct.
- Inflammation of the bile duct is called cholangitis.
- The bile duct transports bile, which is essential for digesting fats.
Advanced Usage
- Common bile duct: The specific part of the bile duct formed by the union of the hepatic duct (from the liver) and the cystic duct (from the gallbladder). This is the duct that opens into the duodenum.
- The scan showed a dilation of the common bile duct.
Variants and Related Words
- Biliary duct: A synonym for bile duct.
- Choledochus: A medical term for the common bile duct.
- Duct: A general term for a tube or vessel in the body that carries fluid.
Synonyms
- Biliary duct
Related Phrases
- Bile duct obstruction: A blockage in the bile duct.
- Bile duct cancer: A malignancy affecting the bile ducts (cholangiocarcinoma).
Noun
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a duct formed by the hepatic and cystic ducts; opens into the duodenum
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