Ileum, caecum, appendix & arteries
Product code: HP1507
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Whole Whole region / system / unpaired organ.
The junction between the ileum and caecum is a point of dramatic structural and function change. The terminal ileum primarily absorbs vitamin B12 and bile acids, whereas the caecum and ascending colon absorb water and electrolytes. The region is also home to the vestigal vermiform appendix. This Silicone Plastinate reveals the morphology, relationships and arterial supply of the terminal ileum, caecum and appendix, and the position of the marginal artery. The origin, position, and vessels of the vermiform appendix within the mesoappendix are also revealed.
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Uninterrupted 360° views
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Polymer injected arteries
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Human tissue with unique ID
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Full aftersales support
Key features include
- Part of the terminal ileum, showing its morphology, internal structure, wall thickness, relationship with the peritoneum and junction with the caecum.
- Outer longitudinal muscle layer of small intestine.
- Caecum and ascending colon, showing their morphology, haustra, blood supply and varying relationship with the peritoneum.
- Taeniae coli of large intestine and their coalescence on the root of the vermiform appendix.
- Wall thickness, luminal diameter, and internal structure of the ascending colon.
- Veriform appendix in its anatomical position (variable), showing its vasculature passing through the mesoappendix.
- Regional arteries including the ileocolic, caecal, appendicular, and marginal.
Possible variants or pathology (not guaranteed)
- Origin, position, and length of the vermiform appendix.
- Vessel of origin of the appendicular artery.
- Accessory appendicular artery.
- Morphology and dimensions of the caecum and ascending colon.
- Diverticulum of the large intestine.
- Polyps or adenoma.
- Variable visibility of the taeniae coli.
Available customisations
- Window cut in anterior wall of caecum to reveal its internal structure, the ileocolic orifice and papilla, and the orifice of the vermiform appendix.
- Please contact us to discuss bespoke customisations.
