Colorectum

Colorectum is the technical term used to refer to the large intestine, which is the part of the gastrointestinal (GI) tract that begins at the end of the small intestine and ends at the rectum and anus. It is responsible for absorbing water, vitamins, and minerals from the food that humans eat and preparing the waste material to be excreted. The colorectum plays a critical role in digestion and a healthy functioning digestive system, which is essential for overall health and wellbeing. Colorectal cancer is one of the most common types of cancer and regular screening is important in detecting and treating it early.