The terminal ileum is the distal (last part) of the
ileum which is part of the
small intestines; it is found just before the colon and connects to the colon via the ileocecal valve. Crohn's Disease is commonly found in the terminal ileum which can lead to
vitamin B12 deficiency. Anyone with disease in the terminal ileum should have their vitamin B12 levels checked regularly.
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