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blind gut

/blaɪnd ɡʌt/

Tradução: Termo anatômico que designa o ceco, a estrutura em forma de saco no início do intestino grosso, à qual o apêndice se liga.

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/blaɪnd ɡʌt/C1formalmedical
  • ptTermo anatômico que designa o ceco, a estrutura em forma de saco no início do intestino grosso, à qual o apêndice se liga.

An anatomical term referring to the cecum, a pouch-like structure at the beginning of the large intestine where the appendix is attached.

  1. CecumC1formal

    A pouch-like structure at the beginning of the large intestine, connecting the small intestine to the colon.

    ptCeco

    • The appendix is attached to the blind gut.
    • The blind gut plays a role in absorbing fluids and salts.
    • In some animals, the blind gut is larger and aids in digestion.