ileum 的定义
plural il·e·a [il-ee-uh]. /ˈɪl i ə/.
- Anatomy. the third and lowest division of the small intestine, extending from the jejunum to the cecum.
- Zoology. the anterior portion of the hindgut of an insect or other arthropod.
ileum 近义词
等同于 small intestine
更多ileum例句
- The solitary glands are frequently enlarged and ulcerated, like those of the ileum.
- In two instances he found a layer of diphtheritic deposit over the mucous membrane of the lower part of the ileum.
- This arrangement prevents the passing of substances from the colon into the ileum.
- The ileum terminates near the right haunch-bone, by a valvular opening into the colon at an obtuse angle.
- The term ileum is from the Greek, signifying “to twist,” since it always appears in a contorted condition.