One of the main functions of the ileocecal valve or sphincter is to
A) Keep ileal contents in the ileum
B) Prevent reflux of cecal contents into the ileum
C) Limit peristalsis to the small intestine
D) Prevent diarrhea
E) Allow diarrhea

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The ileocecal valve, located between the ileum (the last portion of the small intestine) and the cecum (the first part of the large intestine), primarily functions to prevent the backflow of contents from the cecum into the ileum. This helps maintain a unidirectional flow of the intestinal contents and prevents bacterial contamination of the small intestine from the colon.

One of the Main Functions of the Ileocecal Valve or Sphincter