DUOD Medical Abbreviation

DUOD has various meanings in the Medical category. Discover the full forms, definitions, and usage contexts of DUOD in Medical.

Duodenum

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The duodenum is the first section of the small intestine in most higher vertebrates, including mammals, reptiles, and birds. In fish, the divisions of the small intestine are not as clear, and the terms anterior intestine or proximal intestine may be used instead of duodenum.

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Duodenal

Pertaining to the duodenum, part of the small intestine. As in duodenal ulcer or duodenal biliary drainage.

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Duodenum, Duodenal
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