Ascending colon

What does "Ascending colon" mean in a report or doctor's letter? In our medical dictionary, you will find a patient-friendly explanation of the meaning of this medical term.

Explanation

The ascending colon is a part of the digestive system, specifically a section of the large intestine. It is located on the right side of the abdomen and its main job is to absorb water and electrolytes from the food that has been digested. This part of the colon starts at the end of the small intestine and continues upward until it turns left at the liver, where it becomes the transverse colon.

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