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the part of the small intestine between the jejunum and the cecum
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| ileum |
(IL-e-um). The last portion of the small intestine. The residue that remains after passing through the ileum enters the colon through the ileocecal valve. See also small intestine. Illustration included.
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| ileum |
The lowest section of the small intestine. It is involved in absorbing digested food into the body.
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| ileum |
lower end of the small intestine.
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| ileum |
The lower third of the small intestine, adjoining the colon.
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