ascending colon

colon ascendens

Section of colon which is distal to the cecum and proximal to the transversecolon.[FMA,modified].

Type Organ
Latin Name colon ascendens
FMA ID 14545

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ascending colon?
Section of colon which is distal to the cecum and proximal to the transversecolon.[FMA,modified].
What is the Latin name for the ascending colon?
The Latin name for the ascending colon is colon ascendens.

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