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  • The Large Intestine – Anatomy, Structure, Types, Functions

    The large intestine, also known as the colon, is part of the digestive tract. The digestive tract includes the mouth, esophagus, stomach, small intestine, large intestine, and rectum. The large intestine is approximately 5 feet long, making up one-fifth of the length of the gastrointestinal (GI) tract. The large intestine is responsible for processing indigestible

  • Enterovesical Fistula – Causes, Symptoms, Treatment

    An enterovesical fistula is a pathologic connection between the bowel and the bladder. This activity reviews the evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment of this condition and highlights the role of the interprofessional team in caring for affected patients. A fistula is an abnormal connection between two epithelial surfaces[rx]. There are some exceptions of this definition, like when the

  • Enterocutaneous Fistula – Causes, Symptoms, Treatment

    An enterocutaneous fistula (ECF) is an abnormal connection that develops between the intestinal tract or stomach and the skin. As a result, contents of the stomach or intestines leak through to the skin. An enterocutaneous fistula (ECF) is an aberrant connection between the intra-abdominal gastrointestinal (GI) tract and skin/wound. Because of differences in management and

  • Intestinal Fistula – Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, Treatment

    Intestinal Fistula/A fistula is an abnormal communication between two epithelial surfaces. This definition is not without exceptions. It is a general description to differentiate fistulae from sinuses[rx] and other forms of luminal tracts. As the definition implies, fistula connects 2 different surfaces or lumens. It often starts from an offending site and makes its way to

  • Small Bowel Resection – Indications, Contraindications

    Small bowel resection is a commonly performed procedure in general surgery. The length of the small bowel allows for simple resection without significant compromise to the gastrointestinal (GI) system function in most situations. Familiarity with the bowel as well as the steps needed to perform a safe resection are key components of surgical training, even

  • Small Bowel Cancer – Causes, Symptoms, Treatment

    Small Bowel Cancer encompasses a series of malignant lesions that may be identified throughout the small intestine (SI). The small bowel lies between the stomach and the large intestine (LI/Colon) and is encompassed by three different sections, the duodenum, jejunum, and ileum to the level of the ileocecal valve which provides the terminal transition point

  • The Small Intestine – Anatomy, Structure, Functions

    The small intestine is a crucial component of the digestive system that allows for the breakdown and absorption of important nutrients that permit the body to function at its peak performance. The small intestine accomplishes this via a complex network of blood vessels, nerves, and muscles that work together to achieve this task. It is

  • The Pancreas – Anatomy, Structure, Functions

    The pancreas is a soft, finely lobulated gland located behind the peritoneum on the posterior abdominal wall and has both endocrine and exocrine functions. It plays an essential role in the digestion, absorption, and metabolism of carbohydrates, fats, and proteins. Exocrine pancreatic insufficiency (EPI) refers to reducing pancreatic enzyme activity (mainly pancreatic lipase) in the intestinal lumen below the threshold required

  • The Liver – Anatomy, Structure, Types, Functions

    The liver is a critical organ in the human body that is responsible for an array of functions that help support metabolism, immunity, digestion, detoxification, vitamin storage among other functions. It comprises around 2% of an adult’s body weight. The liver is a unique organ due to its dual blood supply from the portal vein

  • Layers of Alimentary Canal – Anatomy, Structure, Functions

    Layers of Alimentary Canal /The alimentary canal is a muscular hollow continuous tubular organ that starts at the mouth and terminates at the anus and is responsible for the digestion and absorption of the ingested food and liquids. The alimentary canal or alimentary tract is part of the digestive (gastrointestinal) system. Anatomy Of The Alimentary Canal (Or Gastrointestinal Tract) The

  • Alimentary Canal – Anatomy, Types, Structure, Functions

    The alimentary canal is a muscular hollow continuous tubular organ that starts at the mouth and terminates at the anus and is responsible for the digestion and absorption of the ingested food and liquids. The alimentary canal or alimentary tract is part of the digestive (gastrointestinal) system. Anatomy of the Alimentary Canal (or gastrointestinal tract) The anatomy of the alimentary canal

  • Peritoneal Dialysis – Indications, Contraindications

    Peritoneal dialysis is a way to remove waste products from your blood when your kidneys can’t adequately do the job any longer. This procedure filters the blood in a different way than does the more common blood-filtering procedure called hemodialysis. During peritoneal dialysis, a cleansing fluid flows through a tube (catheter) into part of your abdomen.

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