foregut

Noun

Meaning

The anterior part of the alimentary canal, from the mouth to the intestine, o/ to the entrance of the bile duct.

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As part of embryonic development the pancreas forms from the embryonic foregut and is therefore of endodermal origin. Source: Internet

Even when a single pancreas is present, two or three pancreatic ducts may persist, each draining separately into the duodenum (or equivalent part of the foregut). Source: Internet

The foregut, stomach and intestine run a little below the midline of the body, the anus is at the tip of the tail, and the mouth is under the front. Source: Internet

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