Anatomy of the Small Intestine

Chang Hun Yang, Ji Hyung Nam

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Abstract

The small intestine is the digestive tract between the pylorus and ileocecal valve. It consists of the duodenum, jejunum, and ileum, and is approximately 6m long in adults. The organ is served by complex networks of blood vessels, lymphatic systems, nerves and muscles for nutrient degradation and absorption. Villi is the most critical anatomical structure of the small intestine to increase the area of absorption. This chapter introduces the anatomy of the small intestine, the structure of the intestinal walls, and the distribution of blood vessels and innervation.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationSmall Intestine Disease
Subtitle of host publicationA Comprehensive Guide to Diagnosis and Management
PublisherSpringer Nature
Pages3-6
Number of pages4
ISBN (Electronic)9789811672392
ISBN (Print)9789811672385
DOIs
StatePublished - 1 Jan 2022

Keywords

  • Anatomy
  • Duodenum
  • Ileum
  • Intestinal wall
  • Jejunum
  • Structure
  • Villi

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