The mesentery is an organ that attaches all the digestive organs in the abdomen. It connects much of the intestines to the back abdominal wall, holding them in place when a person stands upright. The ...

The gallbladder is a small, pear-shaped organ in the upper-right abdomen. It stores and releases bile, which is a liquid the liver produces, to support digestion by helping to break down fats. The ...

The digestive and urinary systems work closely to nourish the body, regulate fluid balance, and remove waste. Understanding their medical terminology empowers students and professionals to interpret ...

People are often reminded that they are their own unique person -- and a new study says that's particularly true of the digestive tract. Dissections of a few dozen deceased individuals revealed ...

A few years ago, doctors began noticing something unusual about many patients who were later diagnosed with Parkinson disease ...