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Brunner Glands
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Definition
: The abundant submucosal mucous glands in the DUODENUM. These glands secrete BICARBONATE IONS; GLYCOPROTEINS; and PEPSINOGEN II.
Other names
Glands, Brunner's; Glands, Brunner; Gland, Brunner; Brunners Glands; Brunner's Glands; Brunner Gland