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pylorus
This term is a specialized anatomical designation used primarily in medical, surgical, and biological contexts. It describes the muscular valve that regulates the flow of chyme from the stomach into the small intestine, acting as a gatekeeper for digestion.
Because it refers to a specific, singular anatomical structure within the human body, it is treated as a countable noun in a clinical sense when discussing multiple patients or species, though it is most frequently encountered in the singular.
Meanings
Examples
The pylorus controls the flow of food from the stomach into the small intestine.
The surgeon carefully examined the pylorus for any signs of obstruction.
Wait, is the pylorus located at the top or the bottom of the stomach?
Pyloric stenosis occurs when the pylorus becomes too thick, blocking the passage of food.
The muscular valve of the pylorus prevents the reflux of intestinal contents.
I need to memorize the exact position of the pylorus for my anatomy exam tomorrow.
The chyme passes through the pylorus in small bursts.
Let me explain how the pylorus regulates gastric emptying.