The duodenum, or the first part of the small intestine, connects to
the stomach. The duodenum is about
10 in. (25.4 cm) long and
curved, almost forming a circle.
Author:
Jeannette Curtis Caroline Rea, RN, BS, MS
Last Updated: May 25, 2007
Medical Review:
Patrice Burgess, MD - Family Medicine Adam Husney, MD - Family Medicine Kathleen Romito, MD - Family Medicine
