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Ileocecal fold
Introduction
Overview
Overview
The inferior ileocecal fossa is situated behind the angle of junction of the ileum and cecum. It is formed by the ileocecal fold of peritoneum (bloodless fold of Treves), the upper border of which is fixed to the ileum, opposite its mesenteric attachment, while the lower border, passing over the ileocecal junction, joins the mesenteriole of the vermiform process, and sometimes the process itself.
Additional images
Additional images
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The cecal fossa. The ileum and cecum are drawn backward and upward.
