Inflamed Appendix

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Description

Black and white illustration of an inflamed appendix.

Alternate Text

Illustration of an inflamed appendix.

Caption

The appendix is a small, tube-like structure attached to the first part of the large intestine, also called the colon. The appendix is located in the lower right portion of the abdomen, near where the small intestine attaches to the large intestine.

Diseases or Conditions

Digestive Diseases

File Size

230 KB | 600 x 628

File Type

JPG

Related Keywords

Unlabeled Anatomy