The jejunum and ileum are held in the abdominal cavity by a fan-like tissue called the ________, which is attached to the posterior wall of the abdomen. 

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

mesentery
The mesentery holds the jejunum and ileum in place.

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