ASGE Recognized Industry Associate (ARIA) Training Program for Regeneron and Sanofi | June 2023-Liver, Gallbladder and Pancreas (in Health)

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Video Summary

In this video, the speaker discusses the digestive tract and specifically focuses on the extraluminal organs, which include the liver, biliary system, and pancreas. They mention that these organs are responsible for synthesis, storage, and breakdown of various substances. The liver is highlighted as an important organ with over 500 functions, including detoxification, nutrient breakdown, and storage. The speaker also mentions that the liver has two distinct blood supplies, an arterial supply and a venous supply, and plays a vital role in breaking down foreign substances and drugs. The biliary system, which includes the gallbladder, is responsible for the storage and release of bile, which aids in fat absorption. The pancreas is discussed as having both endocrine and exocrine functions, producing enzymes for digestion and hormones like insulin. The video concludes by emphasizing the importance of a healthy digestive tract for the breakdown and absorption of nutrients and the elimination of waste.

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William M. Tierney, MD, FASGE

Keywords

digestive tract

extraluminal organs

liver

biliary system

pancreas

nutrient absorption