The mesentery anchors the loops of the digestive tract to the posterior wall of the abdominal cavity.

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The mesentery is a fold of tissue in the abdominal cavity that anchors and suspends the loops of the digestive tract, including the small intestine and parts of the large intestine, to the posterior abdominal wall. This helps to stabilize the position of the digestive organs and allows for easy movement and flexibility during digestion. Previously thought to be a series of separate structures, it is now recognized as a continuous organ, and its classification as such was recognized by the scientific community in 2016.

The Mesentery Anchors the Loops of the Digestive Tract to the Posterior