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Common bile duct

The common bile duct is the tube that connects the liver and gallbladder to the small intestine. The liver produces bile that is stored in the gallbladder and released into the intestine to help digest fat.

Current as of: October 19, 2023

Author: Ignite Healthwise, LLC Staff

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