1. of, relating to, or affecting the ileum (the third and final section of the small intestine)
Usage: medical/anatomical term

Examples

• The patient underwent surgery to repair an ileal obstruction.
• Ileal disease can interfere with the absorption of vitamin B12.
• The doctor examined the ileal tissue during the endoscopy.
• Ileal inflammation is a common feature of Crohn's disease.
• An ileal pouch was created to replace the removed colon.