Cecum

/sˈɛkəm/

[noun]

Cecum

[NOUN]

the first part of the large intestine, located in the lower right abdomen

synonyms : blind gut

caecum

What is "cecum"?

The cecum is a pouch-like structure that marks the beginning of the large intestine in the human body. It is situated in the lower right abdomen, where it receives digested food from the small intestine. The cecum plays a role in absorbing water and electrolytes from the undigested material before it progresses through the rest of the digestive system. Additionally, it serves as a reservoir for the intestinal microbiota, housing beneficial bacteria that aid in digestion and contribute to overall gut health.

Examples

1. Oops - He ripped the cecum?

2. At the cecum one can see the opening into the appendix and the opening into the end of the small intestine.

3. I really liked the exhibition case back at the cecum case back

4. - Convert the stump into the cecum, but be careful not to- - Rip it.