One problem that occurs in this organ involves the blocking of its neck in Hartmann's pouch.
One problem that occurs in this organ involves the blocking of its neck in Hartmann's pouch. Along with affecting the pancreas, the secretion of cholecystokinin (KOHL-uh-SIS-toh-KEE-nin) causes this organ to release its contents into the (*) small intestine. This pear-shaped organ is located in a fossa, or a small depression, that places this organ directly beneath another with which it shares a common duct. For 10 points, name this organ that is found directly underneath the liver, and is responsible for the storage of bile.
One problem that occurs in this organ involves the blocking of its neck in Hartmann's pouch.
gallbladder