Biliary ducts

The bile ducts are one of the most important parts of the human body, which ensures the normal functioning of the gastrointestinal tract and is an integral part of the digestion process. The ducts are part of the liver, which performs many functions, including clearing the blood of toxins and nutrients, and producing bile, which is the main source of fats and fat-soluble vitamins in our body.

The bile ducts begin at the porta hepatis and then pass through the entire length of the gallbladder, forming a branched network called the bile ducts. Each duct ends in a bile duct, which opens into the common bile duct, which opens into the lumen of the duodenum. The bile ducts store and store bile produced by the liver.

An important function of the bile ducts is to regulate the acidity level of the duodenal contents, since bile contains acid that helps neutralize fats entering the intestine and protect the intestinal mucosa. Also, the bile ducts are a source of primary bile acids, which are necessary for the transport of lipids to intestinal tissues and for the normal absorption of fats with the help of enzymes in the mucous membrane of the small intestine.

Disease of the bile ducts can have serious consequences for the body. Violation of the normal secretion of bile or its complete absence can lead to indigestion, constipation, and impaired absorption of vitamin B12 and fatty acids. In addition, stones in the bile ducts or disruption of bile movement can cause the development of cholelithiasis, acute cholangitis and other liver diseases.

To treat diseases of the biliary tract, it is necessary to adhere to proper nutrition, control body weight, avoid chronic fatigue, avoid stressful situations, regularly undergo medical examinations and be observed by a gastroenterologist.