mesorecta

/ˌmɛsəˈrɛktə/

Definitions

1. noun

A third subdivision of the rectum, roughly corresponding to the last third of the rectum.

“The doctor explained to the patient the different parts of the rectum, including the sigmoid colon, mesorecta, and anal canal.”

Synonyms

  • mesorectum
  • rectal subdivision

Antonyms

  • proctosigmoidal junction
  • sigmoid colon