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Ileum
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Definition
: The distal and narrowest portion of the SMALL INTESTINE, between the JEJUNUM and the ILEOCECAL VALVE of the LARGE INTESTINE.
do not confuse with ILEUS or ILIUM; /surg: consider ILEOSTOMY; inflammation
See Also
Ileostomy
Examples
Ileocecal Valve
;
Meckel Diverticulum