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Ileum
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ileum /il·e·um/ (il´e-um) the distal portion of the small intestine, extending from the jejunum to the cecum.
duplex ileum  congenital duplication of the ileum.

il·e·um (l-m)
n. pl. il·e·a (--)
The third and terminal portion of the small intestine, extending from the jejunum to the cecum.

Ileum
The lowest part of the small intestine, located beyond the duodenum and jejunum, just before the large intestine (the colon).
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ileum
the distal portion of the small intestine, extending from the jejunum to the cecum. See also ileal.

duplex ileum
congenital duplication of the ileum.
ileum-umbilicus fistula
a persistent and patent Meckel's diverticulum.

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Each ILEA provides a variety of law enforcement training to the international community.
For example, one participant may travel to Europe to instruct at ILEA, while another may assist with a presentation at one of the regional command colleges in the United States.
Membership in ILEA is available to city, county, state, and federal law enforcement organizations.
 
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