Term Name: | actinopterygian pyloric caecum |
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Synonyms: | pyloric appendage, pyloric caeca, pyloric caecum |
Definition: | A finger-like out-pocketing of the intestine where it meets the end of the stomach (pylorus). Also spelled cecum (ceca). Serves to aid digestion. |
Ontology: | Uberon Ontology [UBERON:4300174] |