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Cecum

The cecum (or caecum) is a pouch-like structure located at the beginning of the large intestine, connecting with the small intestine. It has a crucial role in the digestive system and is essential for the proper functioning of the digestive process. It is an important part of the digestive system since it allows the…

Curated from this journal's research 📚 6 peer-reviewed articles cited Cited 14× across the literature 🗓 Reviewed June 2026

Overview

The cecum (or caecum) is a pouch-like structure located at the beginning of the large intestine, connecting with the small intestine. It has a crucial role in the digestive system and is essential for the proper functioning of the digestive process. It is an important part of the digestive system since it allows the absorption of nutrients from food and the proper excretion of waste products. It also contains beneficial bacteria that help to break down food and aid in the absorption of vitamins and minerals. A healthy cecum is necessary for good health and overall well-being.

Research published in this journal

6 peer-reviewed articles, ranked by relevance. Each links to its DOI.

How this research is being cited

The 6 articles above have been cited 14 times in the scholarly literature. Citation data via OpenAlex and Crossref, updated Jun 2026.

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Editorial oversight

Curated from peer-reviewed research published in International Journal of Cell.

Journal editorial board
Faiz Ul Amin · Korea, Democratic People's Rep Yuping Li · United States Hong WAN · United Kingdom

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