Glossary

Appendix

Appendix

Blinddarm·Also: Wurmfortsatz, Appendix

In everyday language, «appendix» usually refers to the vermiform appendix, a small attachment at the start of the large intestine in the lower right abdomen. If it becomes inflamed, this is called appendicitis.

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