transverse colon
The proximal-distal subdivision of colon that runs transversely across the upper part of the abdomen, from the right to the left colic flexure. Continuous with the descending colon[BTO,modified].
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Source attestations
| Source | Label / path | Assertions | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| GOLD | Host-associated > Mammals: Human > Digestive system > Large intestine > Transverse colon | — |
Broader habitats
- proximal-distal subdivision of colon
UBERON:0000168 - Large intestine
habitatmech:GOLD.5b0aa7456c
Also called
- colon transversum