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What is the ampulla of Vater?

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  1. Dr. John A. Chabot
     
    Dr. John A. Chabot of Columbia University Department of Surgery answered:

    Also known as the hepatopancreatic ampulla, the ampulla of Vater is formed by the union of the common bile duct and the pancreatic duct when they enter the intestine.

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    Also known as the hepatopancreatic ampulla, the ampulla of Vater is formed by the union of the common bile duct and the pancreatic duct when they enter the intestine. More

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