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Anatomic Problems of the Lower GI Tract More
Published: 9 years, 3 month(s) ago by Dennis Vlach | permalink
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Provides a general overview of common anatomical problems of the lower GI tract. Covers symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment for the different conditions.
For further reading: http://www.niddk.nih.gov/health-information/health-topics/digestive-diseases/anatomic-colon/Pages/facts.aspx ^[1]

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Diseases of the Cecum | More
Published: 9 years, 3 month(s) ago by Russell Winters | permalink
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Described by Medline Plus, the large intestine is composed of five segments: the cecum, ascending colon, transverse colon, descending colon and the sigmoid colon. The primary function of the large intestine is to absorb the remaining water from the stool before elimination. Digested food first travels through the small intestine and then into the...

For further reading: http://www.livestrong.com/article/196321-diseases-of-the-cecum/ ^[2]

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What Is Cecum and What Are the Symptoms? More
Published: 9 years, 3 month(s) ago by salt | permalink
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Although it's the least common type of colon cancer, it may be the hardest to diagnose. Learn more about the signs, symptoms and treatment of this disease.

For further reading: http://coloncancer.about.com/od/coloncancerbasics/a/Cecum-Cancer.htm ^[3]

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The Colon (Human Anatomy): Picture, Function, Definition, Problems More
Published: 9 years, 3 month(s) ago by Fely Eleodra | permalink
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WebMD's Colon Anatomy Page provides a detailed image and definition of the colon. Learn about its function, location, and conditions that affect the colon.
Tags: colon, colon anatomy, picture of the colon, image of the colon, colon picture, colon image, colon function, colon location in body, colon problems, colon conditions, human anatomy

For further reading: http://www.webmd.com/digestive-disorders/picture-of-the-colon ^[4]

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Disorders of the Cecum More
Published: 9 years, 3 month(s) ago by Mark Colebank | permalink
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The healthy functioning of the cecum is critical to the overall health of a rabbit. Gaining an understanding of how this large organ works – and what causes disruption – will help caregivers monito...

For further reading: http://rabbit.org/disorders-of-the-cecum/ ^[5]

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What causes a twisted cecum? - Digestive Health More
Published: 9 years, 3 month(s) ago by C Cole | permalink
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Click for more information.

For further reading: http://www.sharecare.com/health/digestive-health/what-causes-twisted-cecum ^[6]

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Diseases of the Cecum | eHow More
Published: 9 years, 3 month(s) ago by Claire Sellick | permalink
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The cecum is the first part of the colon, which is part of the large intestine on the right side of the abdomen. Colonic diseases include colorectal cancer, the fourth most common cancer in the United States, according to MedlinePlus.

For further reading: http://www.ehow.com/facts_5850299_diseases-cecum.html ^[7]

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Mark Colebank, Claire Sellick, Russell Winters, Dennis Vlach, C Cole, salt, Fely Eleodra

References & Citations

1. http://www.niddk.nih.gov/health-information/health-topics/digestive-diseases/anatomic-colon/Pages/facts.aspx

2. http://www.livestrong.com/article/196321-diseases-of-the-cecum/

3. http://coloncancer.about.com/od/coloncancerbasics/a/Cecum-Cancer.htm

4. http://www.webmd.com/digestive-disorders/picture-of-the-colon

5. http://rabbit.org/disorders-of-the-cecum/

6. http://www.sharecare.com/health/digestive-health/what-causes-twisted-cecum

7. http://www.ehow.com/facts_5850299_diseases-cecum.html