Smaller bowel

What does "Smaller bowel" mean in a report or doctor's letter? In our medical dictionary, you will find a patient-friendly explanation of the meaning of this medical term.

Explanation

"Smaller bowel" is a term used in medicine to refer to a part of the digestive system. It is also known as the small intestine. This is the part of the body where most of the digestion and absorption of food takes place. It is called "small" because it is narrower than the large intestine, but it is actually much longer.

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