with the colon connecting to the cecum and rectum. This article will cover the location and function of the intestines, abnormal function, diagnosing and treating problems, and more. The small ...

The distal small intestine and large intestine were lacking intestinal contents except for a few fecal pellets. The cecum was empty and reduced in size. Occasionally, we saw scant light brown ...

Guido Hooiveld’s proof-of-concept study, examining how the small-intestine microbiota influences different blood glucose responses when people eat the same foods, will be enabled by his Global ...

The large intestine—which includes the cecum, colon, rectum, and anus—is a key part of the digestive system. It's a long, ...