Editing Large intestine (section)

====Cecum and appendix====
{{Main|Cecum|Appendix (anatomy)}}
The [[cecum]] is the first section of the large intestine and is involved in digestion, while the [[appendix (anatomy)|appendix]] which develops embryologically from it, is not involved in digestion and is considered to be part of the [[gut-associated lymphoid tissue]]. The function of the appendix is uncertain, but some sources believe that it has a role in housing a sample of the [[gut microbiota]], and is able to help to repopulate the colon with microbiota if depleted during the course of an immune reaction. The appendix has also been shown to have a high concentration of lymphatic cells.