jejunum

• Porção do intestino delgado situada entre o duodeno e o íleo, responsável principalmente pela absorção de nutrientes.

The section of the small intestine located between the duodenum and the ileum, primarily responsible for nutrient absorption.

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1. Part of the small intestineC1formalmedical

   The section of the small intestine that lies between the duodenum and the ileum, primarily responsible for nutrient absorption.

   Jejuno

   • The jejunum is lined with villi that increase surface area for absorption.
   • After food leaves the duodenum, it enters the jejunum.
   • Most of the digestion and absorption of nutrients occurs in the jejunum.