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colonic diseases  

Definition

  • The colon is the large intestine, and is divided into several regions, based on distance through the large intestine and functional purpose of the region. Colonic diseases include colon cancer, Crohn's disease, diverticulitis, diverticulosis, polyps, and ulcerative Colitis. [Source: Encyclopedia of Global Health; Colonic Diseases]

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http://data.loterre.fr/ark:/67375/N9J-ZSF8TVSQ-R

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