Asked by JUSTUS FIELDS on May 22, 2024

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The hepatopancreatic ampulla is formed by the union of the

A) pancreatic duct with the lacteals.
B) greater duodenal papilla with the lesser duodenal papilla.
C) common bile duct and pancreatic duct.
D) cystic duct and interlobular duct.
E) hepatic ducts and cystic ducts.

Hepatopancreatic Ampulla

Dilation within the major duodenal papilla that normally receives both the common bile duct and the main pancreatic duct.

Pancreatic Duct

Excretory duct of the pancreas that extends through the gland from tail to head, where it empties into the duodenum at the greater duodenal papilla.

Common Bile Duct

Duct formed by the union of the common hepatic and cystic ducts; it empties into the small intestine.

  • Recognize the anatomy and function of the hepatopancreatic ampulla and its role in digestive secretion.
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Sweety LyngdohMay 23, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
The hepatopancreatic ampulla, also known as the ampulla of Vater, is formed by the union of the common bile duct and the pancreatic duct. This structure allows for the delivery of bile and pancreatic enzymes into the duodenum.