Ciaccio's glands
Ciaccio's glands
Ciaccio's glands (pronunciation: /ˈtʃɑːtʃoʊz ˈɡlændz/), also known as glands of Ciaccio, are a type of gland found in the human body. They are named after the Italian anatomist Giovanni Ciaccio, who first described them.
Etymology
The term "Ciaccio's glands" is derived from the name of the Italian anatomist Giovanni Ciaccio, who first identified and described these glands. The term "gland" comes from the Latin word "glandula", which means a small acorn, referring to the shape of some glands.
Description
Ciaccio's glands are small, tubular structures located in the mucous membrane of the human digestive system, specifically in the duodenum. They secrete a type of mucus that helps to protect the lining of the digestive tract from the acidic contents of the stomach.
Related Terms
- Gland: An organ in the human or animal body which secretes particular chemical substances for use in the body or for discharge into the surroundings.
- Mucous membrane: A membrane that lines various cavities in the body and covers the surface of internal organs, producing mucus.
- Duodenum: The first part of the small intestine immediately beyond the stomach, leading to the jejunum.
- Mucus: A slimy substance, typically not miscible with water, secreted by mucous membranes and glands for lubrication, protection, etc.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Ciaccio's glands
- Wikipedia's article - Ciaccio's glands
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