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Veriform appendix
- "veriform" is a Latin word meaning "worm-shaped"
- The exact position of the appendix can vary. Most often it is found behind the caecum (retrocaecal 64% of cases), and least often found behind the ileum (postileal 0.5% of cases)
- The appendix plays a role in manufacturing hormones in foetal development as well as exposing the body the antigen to force it to produce antibodies, thus "training" the immune system
- Appendectomies are the most common surgical emergencies of the abdomen in the world
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What is the meaning of appendix in english?
It is additional material at the end of a book, as an explanation giving further useful facts
What is a finger-like sac that has no known function in humans?
The appendix.
Why does your appendix hurt when you exercise?
I have no appendix!
Does Batista take steriodes?
Yes he does! When he was in OVW he was training in the gym and from doing sit ups he ripped his appendix open doing so May 2010 That is a flat out lie! He did rip his appendix doing sit ups, appendix's don't rip open! He has not taken steroids in the last four years due to if he does he doesn't have a job. Get your facts before spreading lies
Does a Koala have an appendix?
Yes, they have an appendix. Also, said appendix is about two meters long.
What does the appendix has to do with inability to digest cellulose?
the appendix digest cellulose, but human appendix does not work.
When do you have an appendix?
You always have an appendix, unless you have it removed.
What is the Tagalog for appendix?
Tagalog for appendix: apendiks
What is it called when you have stones in your appendix?
Appendix stones???
Do squirrels have an appendix?
Ferrets do not have an appendix or a cecum.
What organ has no functions in human?
The appendix is said to have no function in the human body, but it actually plays a small role in the lymphatic system.
The medical term for inflammation of the appendix is what?
The medical term for the appendix is, appendix.
