retrocecal

/rɪˈtrəʊsɪsɛkəl/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or situated behind the caecum (a pouch-like part of the large intestine)

“The retrocecal position of the kidney made the surgery more complex.”

2. noun

a retrocecal structure or organ, especially a kidney located behind the caecum

“The retrocecal kidney was a rare anatomical variation.”

Synonyms

  • postcaecal
  • retrocaecal

Antonyms

  • prececal