Caecum - Anatomy & Physiology
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Introduction
The caecum is a diverticulum of the large intestine. It consists of a base, body and apex.
Structure
Function
Vasculature
Innervation
Lymphatics
Histology
Species Differences
Canine
- On the right side of the abdomen.
- Unique because it has no direct connection to the ileum.
- Short and held in a spiral shape against the ileum by the ileocaecal fold.
Ruminant
- On the right side of the abdomen.
Horse
- On the right side of the abdomen.
- Very large, roughly 1m in length with a 30L capacity.
- Apex lies on the ventral body wall.
Pig
- On the left side of the abdomen.