The Caecum Flashcards
1
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what is the caecum
A
the most proximal part of the large intestine located between the ileum and ascending colon
2
Q
what does the caecum do
A
act as a reservoir for chyme received from the ileum
3
Q
describe the vascular supply of the caecum
A
branches of the superior mesenteric vessels. arterial supply is from the ileovolic artery, which divides into the anterior and posterior ceacel arteries which directly supplies the caecum
4
Q
describe the venous drainage of the caecum
A
ileocolic vein, emptying into the superior mesenteric vein
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