rectum
IPA: rˈɛktʌm
noun
- (anatomy) The terminal part of the large intestine through which feces pass after exiting the colon, but before leaving the body through the anus.
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Examples of "rectum" in Sentences
- Do not insert into mouth or rectum.
- The classification of cancer of the rectum.
- Rectal hemorrhage refers to bleeding in the rectum.
- It is located between the rectum and the urinary bladder.
- A bellows is used to insufflate air to distend the rectum.
- It separates the prostate and urinary bladder from the rectum.
- One is the semi latus rectum and the other is the eccentricity.
- The bands converge at the root of the vermiform appendix and the rectum.
- The dietary choline intake might increase the risk of colon and rectum cancer.
- The penetration can be through the sides, from the rectum, or through the mouth.
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