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The duodenum is a short portion of the small intestine connecting it to the stomach. It is about 10 inches (25 cm) long, while the entire small intestine measures about 20 feet (6.5 meters).
Duodenal Ulcer. The duodenal ulcer is an ulceration of the duodenum, which is the entryway to the small intestine. This type of ulcer is actually the most common ulcer in humans. It is thought that duodenal ulcers are so common because the duodenum contains more powerful digestive enzymes than the stomach.uodenal Ulcer. The duodenal ulcer is an ulceration of the duodenum, which is the entryway to the small intestine. This type of ulcer is actually the most common ulcer in humans. It is thought that duodenal ulcers are so common because the duodenum contains more powerful digestive enzymes than the stomach.