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Pancreatic duct
Pronunciation
Definition 1
Part of a system of ducts in the pancreas. Pancreatic juices containing enzymes are released into these ducts and flow into the small intestine. (NCI Dictionary)
Definition 2
Ducts that collect pancreatic juice from thepancreas and supply it to the duodenum. (NLM, Medical Subject Headings)
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