Appendix

GPTKB entity

Statements (23)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instanceOf gptkb:anatomical_structure
gptkb:organization
gptkbp:alternativeName Vermiform appendix
gptkbp:associatedWith Appendicitis
gptkbp:attachedTo Cecum
gptkbp:bloodSupply Appendicular artery
gptkbp:canBe Inflamed
Ruptured
gptkbp:firstDescribed Berengario da Carpi
gptkbp:foundIn gptkb:Humans
Some mammals
gptkbp:function Unknown (vestigial)
gptkbp:histology Lymphoid tissue present
gptkbp:innervates Sympathetic and parasympathetic nerves
gptkbp:length Approximately 9 cm
gptkbp:location Lower right abdomen
gptkbp:partOf gptkb:Human_body
gptkbp:removalProcedure Appendectomy
gptkbp:scientificName Vermiform appendix
gptkbp:shape Worm-like
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Neuroendocrine_Tumor
gptkb:GraphQL_specification
gptkbp:bfsLayer 6