The colon is located on both sides of the abdomen in females (and males). It's a long, continuous organ that frames the abdominal cavity. However, specific sections are predominantly on either the right or left.
Here's a breakdown:
- Ascending Colon: Primarily on the right side of the abdomen. It travels upwards.
- Transverse Colon: Runs across the upper abdomen, from the right side to the left side.
- Descending Colon: Located on the left side of the abdomen. It travels downwards.
- Sigmoid Colon: This S-shaped part connects the descending colon to the rectum and is located in the lower left quadrant of the abdomen.
In summary, while the colon traverses the entire abdomen, the ascending colon is on the right, and the descending colon is on the left.
