The duodenum, or the first part of the small intestine, connects to
the stomach. The duodenum is about
10 in. (25.4 cm) long and
curved, almost forming a circle.
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Jerome B. Simon, MD, FRCPC, FACP - Gastroenterology
Last Revised
January 28, 2010
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