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recessus intersigmoideus -->
intersigmoid recess


A triangular peritoneal recess behind and below the sigmoid colon created by the attachment of the sigmoid mesocolon ascending across the left psoas then turning sharply to descend into the pelvis; the left ureter (pars tecta ureterica) passes posterior to this recess.

Synonym: recessus intersigmoideus.