mesentery

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Noun — The fold of membrane that holds the intestines to the back wall of the abdomen and carries their blood vessels, nerves and lymphatics.

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small bowel mesentery the root of the mesentery blood supply to the mesentery

It is a technical anatomical term, used mainly in medicine and biology.

Etymology

Mesentery comes from Late Latin mesenterium, which in turn came from the Ancient Greek mesentérion. The Greek word combines mésos, meaning middle, with énteron, meaning gut.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the mesentery?

It is the fold of tissue that anchors the bowel to the back of the abdomen, holding it in place. It also carries blood vessels, nerves and lymphatics to the intestines.

How do you pronounce mesentery?

In British English it is usually said MES-en-ter-ee, with the stress on the first syllable.

Where does the word mesentery come from?

It comes from Late Latin mesenterium, from Ancient Greek words meaning middle and gut.

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