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sigmoid colon |
| Synonyms |
sigmoid flexure colon sigmoideum pelvic colon sigmoid colon |
| Definitions |
The part of the large intestine that is closest to the rectum and anus. It forms a loop that averages about 40 cm. in length, and normally lies within the pelvis, but on account of its freedom of movement it is liable to be displaced into the abdominal cavity. |
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http://purl.obolibrary.org/obo/UBERON_0001159 |
| definition |
The part of the large intestine that is closest to the rectum and anus. It forms a loop that averages about 40 cm. in length, and normally lies within the pelvis, but on account of its freedom of movement it is liable to be displaced into the abdominal cavity. |
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sigmoid flexure colon sigmoideum pelvic colon sigmoid colon |
| label |
sigmoid colon |
| prefixIRI |
UBERON:0001159 |
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sigmoid colon |
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