Digestive system, illustration 插畫檔

Illustration of the liver, stomach, pancreas and gallbladder. These four organs form a closely interconnected part of the digestive system. The liver produces bile, which is stored and concentrated in the gallbladder before being released into the small intestine to aid fat digestion. The stomach receives food from the oesophagus and breaks it down mechanically and chemically before passing it to the small intestine. The pancreas produces digestive enzymes that are released into the small intestine alongside bile, and also produces hormones including insulin and glucagon that regulate blood sugar levels. Conditions affecting any of these organs, such as liver disease, pancreatitis, gallstones or gastric ulcers, can have significant consequences for digestive health