Definition of Sigmoid colon

1. Noun. The s-shaped curve between the descending colon and the rectum.

Exact synonyms: Sigmoid Flexure
Group relationships: Large Intestine
Generic synonyms: Colon

Definition of Sigmoid colon

1. Noun. (anatomy) the S-shaped section of the large intestine between the descending colon and the rectum ¹

¹ Source: wiktionary.com

Medical Definition of Sigmoid colon

1. The portion of the colon that connects to the descending colon above and the rectum below. (27 Sep 1997)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Sigmoid Colon

sigma effect
sigma factor
sigma peptide
sigmas
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sigmates
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sigmating
sigmatism
sigmatisms
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sigmodont
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sigmoid arteries
sigmoid colon (current term)
sigmoid colons
sigmoid flexure
sigmoid fossa
sigmoid groove
sigmoid kidney
sigmoid lymph nodes
sigmoid notch
sigmoid sinus
sigmoid sulcus
sigmoid vein
sigmoid veins
sigmoid volvulus
sigmoidal
sigmoidally

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