mɛsəˈkoʊlɒn

Definitions

1. noun

A fold of tissue that connects the pancreas to the colon; a part of the peritoneal attachments of the colon.

“The surgeon had to carefully dissect the mesocolon to access the injured blood vessels.”

2. anatomy

A fold of peritoneum that attaches the colon to the retroperitoneum.

“The mesocolon plays a crucial role in the anatomy of the abdominal cavity.”

3. surgery

A fold of tissue that is often ligated during surgical procedures involving the colon.

“The surgeon had to ligate the mesocolon to prevent bleeding during the operation.”