Proximal descending colon

What does "Proximal descending 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 "proximal descending colon" is a part of the large intestine, which is the last part of the digestive system. It's located on the left side of the abdomen, just after the part of the colon that moves upwards. "Proximal" means it's the part closer to the start of the colon, and "descending" means it's the part that goes downwards. So, the "proximal descending colon" is the upper part of the section of the colon that moves downwards.

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