The ileum is the final section of the small intestine in most higher vertebrates, including mammals, reptiles, and birds. source
The ileum is the final section of the small intestine in most higher vertebrates, including mammals, reptiles, and birds.
In fish, the divisions of the small intestine are not as clear and the terms posterior intestine or distal intestine may be used instead of ileum. source
In fish, the divisions of the small intestine are not as clear and the terms posterior intestine or distal intestine may be used instead of ileum.
The ileum follows the duodenum and jejunum and is separated from the cecum by the ileocecal valve (ICV). source
The ileum follows the duodenum and jejunum and is separated from the cecum by the ileocecal valve (ICV).
In humans, the ileum is about 2–4 m long, and the pH is usually between 7 and 8 (neutral or slightly alkaline). source
In humans, the ileum is about 2–4 m long, and the pH is usually between 7 and 8 (neutral or slightly alkaline).
Ileum is derived from the Greek word eilein, meaning "to twist up tightly. source
Ileum is derived from the Greek word eilein, meaning "to twist up tightly.
The ileum is the third and final part of the small intestine. source
The ileum is the third and final part of the small intestine.
The ileum follows the jejunum and ends at the ileocecal junction. source
The ileum follows the jejunum and ends at the ileocecal junction.
The terminal ileum communicates with the cecum of the large intestine through the ileocecal valve. source
The terminal ileum communicates with the cecum of the large intestine through the ileocecal valve.
The ileum, along with the jejunum, is suspended inside the mesentery. source
The ileum, along with the jejunum, is suspended inside the mesentery.
There is no line of demarcation between the jejunum and the ileum. source
There is no line of demarcation between the jejunum and the ileum.
The ileum has more fat inside the mesentery than the jejunum. source
The ileum has more fat inside the mesentery than the jejunum.
The four layers that make up the wall of the ileum are consistent with those of the gastrointestinal tract. From the inner to the outer surface. source
The four layers that make up the wall of the ileum are consistent with those of the gastrointestinal tract. From the inner to the outer surface.
The function of the ileum is mainly to absorb vitamin B12 and bile salts and whatever products of digestion were not absorbed by the jejunum. source
The function of the ileum is mainly to absorb vitamin B12 and bile salts and whatever products of digestion were not absorbed by the jejunum.
The ileum is the short terminal part of the small intestine and forms the connection to the large intestine. source
The ileum is the short terminal part of the small intestine and forms the connection to the large intestine.
Its circular folds are smaller and absent in the terminal part of the ileum. source
Its circular folds are smaller and absent in the terminal part of the ileum.
