digestive tract
the digestive tract includes the mouth, the esophagus, the stomach, the small and large intestines, and the rectum.
the digestive tract is divided into upper and lower parts:
- the upper digestive tract includes the mouth, esophagus, stomach, and first part of the small intestine.
- the lower digestive tract includes the last part of the small intestine, the large intestine, and the rectum.
current as of: october 19, 2023
author: healthwise staff
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