Common Bile Duct (Noun)
Meaning
A duct formed by the hepatic and cystic ducts; opens into the duodenum.
Classification
Nouns denoting body parts.
Examples
- The common bile duct is a crucial part of the digestive system, enabling the transfer of bile from the liver and gallbladder to the small intestine.
- Abdominal pain, jaundice, and altered liver function tests usually indicate an obstruction in the common bile duct.
- Stones or blockages in the common bile duct can significantly impair the release of bile into the duodenum, causing digestive issues.
- During a laparoscopic cholecystectomy, the common bile duct is often examined for any gallstones or obstructions that may need to be removed.
- The improper closure of the common bile duct during a bile duct injury can lead to severe complications, such as bile leakage into the abdominal cavity.