Gallbladder: meaning, definitions and examples
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gallbladder
[ ˈɡɔːlˌblædər ]
anatomy function
The gallbladder is a small, pear-shaped organ located beneath the liver. It stores and concentrates bile, a digestive fluid produced by the liver, which helps in the digestion of fats. When fatty food enters the small intestine, the gallbladder contracts and releases bile through the bile ducts. Problems with the gallbladder can lead to various health issues, such as gallstones or inflammation.
Examples of usage
- The gallbladder stores bile until it's needed.
- Gallbladder surgery is common for patients with gallstones.
- An unhealthy diet can lead to gallbladder problems.
Translations
Translations of the word "gallbladder" in other languages:
🇵🇹 vesícula biliar
🇮🇳 पित्ताशय
🇩🇪 Gallenblase
🇮🇩 kantong empedu
🇺🇦 жовчний міхур
🇵🇱 pęcherzyk żółciowy
🇯🇵 胆のう
🇫🇷 vésicule biliaire
🇪🇸 vesícula biliar
🇹🇷 safra kesesi
🇰🇷 담낭
🇸🇦 المرارة
🇨🇿 žlučník
🇸🇰 žlčník
🇨🇳 胆囊
🇸🇮 žolčnik
🇮🇸 gallblaðra
🇰🇿 өт қабы
🇬🇪 სისხლის ბუშტი
🇦🇿 safra kisəsi
🇲🇽 vesícula biliar
Etymology
The term 'gallbladder' dates back to the early Middle English period, derived from the Old English word 'galla', meaning 'bile', and 'blædre', meaning 'bladder' or 'sac'. The gallbladder itself was recognized in ancient medicine as a vital organ associated with digestion and the processing of bile. Ancient Greek physicians like Hippocrates and Galen identified its role in the digestive system. Over the centuries, with advancements in anatomy and surgery, the understanding of the gallbladder's function grew. The organ is named for its role in storing bile, a substance produced by the liver that aids in fat digestion. As medical knowledge evolved, so did the terminology used to describe the organ, leading to the modern term still in use today. The gallbladder remains a subject of study in relation to digestive health and disease.