mesocolic

/mɛsəˈkɒlɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or describing the mesocolon, a fold of peritoneum connecting the transverse colon to the parietal peritoneum.

“The mesocolic attachment of the colon was affected by the inflammatory process.”

2. noun

a fold of peritoneum connecting the transverse colon to the parietal peritoneum.

“The surgeon carefully dissected the mesocolic tissue to expose the underlying organs.”

Synonyms

  • mesenterial
  • mesenteric

Antonyms

  • paracolic