Anatomy of the large intestine The large intestine is approximately 1.5m long and comprises the caecum, colon, rectum, anal canal and anus (Fig 1). The structure of the large intestine is very similar ...

These are common terms and definitions associated with the gastrointestinal system and digestive problems or diseases. Abscess: A swollen, infected, pus-filled pocket that can develop anywhere in your ...

This article – the fifth in a six-part series describes the physiology and functions of the large intestine, the last portion of the gastrointestinal tract, as well as common conditions of both the ...