What are duodenal papilla?

duodenal papillae are elevated holes found on the duodenum. Two of these holes usually exist in the small intestine and are called the main and smaller duodenal papillae. The rinse and pancreatic juice enters the small intestine through the main papilla to help the digestive process. The small intestine consists not only of the duodenum, but also from Junum and Ileum. It is attached to the stomach and is where a large digestion process occurs.

The main papilla is located in the descending or second part of the duodenum. This papilla is also called Papilla of Vater. This is an opening where pancreatic juice and bile pass into the duodenum from the pancreatic and common bile. Two pipes combine and form what is called hepatopancreatic ampulla, or what is commonly called ampulla vater. The slide called SPHINKTER from ODDI regulates the opening of the duodenal papilla by opening and closing the allow of digestive juices from Ampully Vater input.

Many people also have what is called a smaller duodenal papilla, but is not present in everyone. This is because some people have a pancreatic channel accessories or what is called the Santorini channel. The position of a smaller papilla is somewhat above its main counterpart and also leads to duodenum. It can serve as a backup to the main duodenal papille if it does not work properly, but most often is inactive or non -functional.

potential problems associated with duodenal papillae include blocking caused by bile stones. The bile stones can move from the gallbladder and be stored in the papill. When this happens, secretion of pancreatic juice and bile prevents the entrance to the duodenum and can cause backup. The resulting accumulation of pancreatic fluid may result in pancreatitis or pancreatitis. In addition, jaundice from the bile of backup can occur to the bloodstream. To avoid such complications, doctors often remove bile stones surgically.

FamiliaAdenomatous polyposis (FAP) is another potential problem of duodenal papillae. It is a hereditary condition that can leave potentially polyps causing cancer on the papile. The number of polyps is often extensive and requires a routine endoscopic screening of a side view to ensure that they do not become cancerous. In addition, biopsy may be necessary, especially if polyps seem unusual or too large.