Large intestine anatomy Flashcards
1
Q
Name all portions of the colon from proximal to distal
A
Cecum, ascending colon, right colic flexure, transverse colon, left colic flexure, descending colon, sigmoid colon, rectum
2
Q
What is the 3” wormlike structure that projects off the cecum?
A
Appendix
3
Q
What are the 3 longitudinal ribbons of the smooth muscle on the outside of the colon? what are their purpose?
A
Taenia coli, helps with puckering of the colon
4
Q
What are the series of pouches of the colon and their purpose?
A
Haustra, helps move food along the large bowels
5
Q
At what level is the ileocecal valve located?
A
At the junction of the ileum
