Encyclopedia: Foregut
The foregut is the anterior part of the alimentary canal, from the mouth to the duodenum at the entrance of the bile duct. At this point it is continuous with the midgut. Pain in the foregut is typically referred to the epigastric region, just below the intersection of the ribs. Structures of the foregut are: , Esophagus , Stomach , Duodenum , Liver , Gallbladder , Superior portion of pancreas...