colon

hindgut

A portion of the large intestine before it becomes the rectum. In mammals, the colon is the most part of the large intestine, excluding the vermiform appendix, the rectum and the anal canal.

Type Organ
Latin Name hindgut
FMA ID 14543

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the colon?
A portion of the large intestine before it becomes the rectum. In mammals, the colon is the most part of the large intestine, excluding the vermiform appendix, the rectum and the anal canal.
What is the Latin name for the colon?
The Latin name for the colon is hindgut.

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