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Rectum - Anatomy & Physiology (view source)
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==Structure==
==Structure==
*Exists dorsal to the [[Reproductive System|reproductive organs]], [[Urinary System - Anatomy & Physiology|bladder]] and [[Urethra - Anatomy & Physiology|urethra]].
*Exists dorsal to the [[Reproductive System - Anatomy & Physiology|reproductive organs]], [[Urinary System - Anatomy & Physiology|bladder]] and [[Urethra - Anatomy & Physiology|urethra]].
*The cranial portion of the rectum is attached to the dorsal body wall by a short mesorectum which is a continuation of the mesocolon.
*The cranial portion of the rectum is attached to the dorsal body wall by a short mesorectum which is a continuation of the mesocolon.
*The mesorectum is reflected to continue with the parietal [[Peritoneal cavity - Anatomy & Physiology|peritoneum]] of the pelvic cavity and to cover the [[Urinary System - Anatomy & Physiology|urogenital organs]] ventrally.
*The mesorectum is reflected to continue with the parietal [[Peritoneal cavity - Anatomy & Physiology|peritoneum]] of the pelvic cavity and to cover the [[Urinary System - Anatomy & Physiology|urogenital organs]] ventrally.