Large intestine

Large intestine

Picture of the parts of the large intestine

The large intestine (colon) extends from the cecum to the anus and includes the ascending colon, the transverse colon, the descending colon, the sigmoid colon, and the rectum.

Primary Medical Reviewer Anne C. Poinier, MD - Internal Medicine
Specialist Medical Reviewer Arvydas D. Vanagunas, MD - Gastroenterology
Last Updated October 1, 2008




    Last Updated: October 1, 2008
Medical Review: Anne C. Poinier, MD - Internal Medicine
Arvydas D. Vanagunas, MD - Gastroenterology


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