Mesentery medially adjacent to the bowel

What does "Mesentery medially adjacent to the bowel" 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 mesentery is a fold of tissue in the abdomen that helps to attach the intestines to the wall of the abdomen. When it is said to be "medially adjacent to the bowel," it means that the mesentery is located near the middle of the bowel. This is a way of describing the position of the mesentery in relation to the bowel. It's like saying that a house is next to a park, but in this case, it's about parts of the body.

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