Where the ascending colon is, in 3D
The ascending colon is the part of the large intestine rising up the right side of the abdomen. It is part of the large intestine and belongs to the digestive system. It starts at the caecum in the lower right abdomen and rises to the underside of the liver, where it bends at the right colic (hepatic) flexure to become the transverse colon.
Frequently asked questions
Which body system does the ascending colon belong to?
The ascending colon belongs to the digestive system. The digestive system is made up of the digestive tract running from mouth to anus (oesophagus, stomach, small and large intestine) and the liver, gallbladder and pancreas, which make digestive juices and send them into the tract.
What else can you see alongside the ascending colon?
The BAHI BODY 3D model of the large intestine also shows the transverse colon, descending colon and rectum.
Where is the large intestine?
The large intestine starts where the small intestine ends, wraps around the abdomen and leads to the rectum.
Where are the caecum and the appendix?
At the lower end of the ascending colon, in the lower right abdomen. The appendix hangs from the caecum.
Other parts of the large intestine
Wider view
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