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Hepatopancreatic ampulla

A widening of the duct within the papilla

Hepatopancreatic sphincter

The smooth muscle sphincter that regulates the opening

Round ligament of the liver

Ligamentum teres, in fetus

What does Corpus Luteum produce?

Progesterone to maintain uterus for pregnancy