Lecture 23 Flashcards
what does the large intestine consist of?
Cecum
Colon
Rectum
What structures can the colon be divided into?
Ascending
Transverse
Descending
Sigmoid `
What aspects of the colon are retroperitoneal?
Ascending and descending clon
What aspects of the colon are intraperitoneal?
transverse and sigmoid colon
What is the role of the Ileocecal valve?
Regulates the passage of material into the cecum
Role of the appendix?
Reserve of large intestine bacteria population
What causes appendicitis?
Inflammation
What does the Barium enema do?
enables x-ray image to be taken of large intestine to assess function
Wha are Teniae Coli?
Modification of muscularis layer - Bands of longitudinal smooth muscle
What are haustra?
Series of pouches in the wall of the colon
What are omental appendices>
Sacs of fat
Purpose of Teniae Coli?
Allow for stronger contraction
Are there villi in the LI?
No
How is the mucosa modified in the LI?
Invaginated to form intestinal glands.
What is the main function of the large intestine?
Water and salt absorption