mesocaecal

/mɛsɔˈsiːkəl/

Definitions

1. adjective

Relating to or situated near the junction of the mesentery and the caecum.

“The mesocaecal lymph node is an important marker for cancer diagnosis.”

2. noun

A lymph node near the junction of the mesentery and the caecum.

“The mesocaecal lymph nodes were found to be inflamed during the examination.”

Synonyms

  • caecal
  • mesenteric