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Histology of the Small Intestine: Duodenum, Jejunum, and Ileum Comparison

Sam Webster via YouTube

Overview

Explore the cellular anatomy of the small intestine in this 33-minute video lecture. Delve into the epithelium, villi, microvilli, intestinal crypts, and plicae circularis to gain a comprehensive understanding of the organ's structure. Examine microscope slides to compare the duodenum, jejunum, and ileum, highlighting their similarities and differences. Learn how this knowledge relates to diseases such as coeliac disease, providing a foundation for understanding small intestine pathologies. The lecture offers a detailed, slow-paced analysis of the small intestine's histology, essential for medical students and professionals seeking to deepen their understanding of gastrointestinal anatomy and function.

Syllabus

Histology of the small intestine

Taught by

Sam Webster

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