The distal chamber of the large intestine in the pelvis that stores formed feces prior to defecation.
The distal chamber of the large intestine in the pelvis that stores formed feces prior to defecation.
Inferior pelvic segment of the large intestine leading to the anal canal.
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The hepatic portal vein collects nutrient-rich blood from the digestive tract and delivers it directly to the liver for processing.
The pancreas serves both digestive and endocrine roles, supplying enzymes to the small intestine while releasing insulin and glucagon into the blood.
The esophagus passes through the muscular diaphragm, and abdominal wall muscles support the abdominal viscera.