Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

ductal

adjective

/ˈdʌktəl/

Definition

relating to a duct or ducts, especially in the anatomy of the body that involves channels for the transport of substances.

Examples

Ductal carcinoma is a term used for breast cancer that begins in the ducts of the breast.
The ductal system of the pancreas plays a crucial role in digestive enzyme transportation.
In the human body, ductal structures can be found in organs such as the liver and lungs.

Meaning

pertaining to any tubular structure in the body, usually used in medical contexts to describe the channels that carry fluids such as air or secretions.