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adjectiveof or relating to the sigmoid flexure in the large intestine
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curved in two directions (like the letter S)
Definition that contains sigmoid
- rectum the terminal section of the alimentary canal; from the sigmoid flexure to the anus
- volvulus abnormal twisting of the intestines (usually in the area of the ileum or sigmoid colon) resulting in intestinal obstruction
- sigmoid of or relating to the sigmoid flexure in the large intestine
- vena sigmoideus tributaries of the inferior mesenteric vein; drains the sigmoid colon
- sigmoidoscopy visual examination (with a sigmoidoscope) of the lower third of the colon in a search for polyps
- flexible sigmoidoscopy visual examination (with a sigmoidoscope) of the lower third of the colon in a search for polyps
- sigmoidal of or relating to the sigmoid flexure in the large intestine
- internal jugular vein a continuation of the sigmoid sinus of the dura mater; joins the subclavian vein to form the brachiocephalic vein
- sigmoidectomy surgical removal of part or all of the sigmoid colon (usually to remove a malignant tumor)
- sinus transversus a paired dural sinus; terminates in the sigmoid sinus