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A sphincter is basically a ring shape of muscle usually at the end of a hollow organ in the body such as the bladder or encircling an opening from the body such as the anus. In its contracted state it will hold back the contents and when voluntarily relaxed itr will release them. The bladder (part of the urinary system) is controlled by a sphincter.
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What are the functions of. Urinary system?
The urinary system - also known as the renal system - produces, stores and eliminates urine, the fluid waste excreted by the kidneys. The urinary system includes two kidneys, two ureters, the bladder, two sphincter muscles and the urethra.
Why doesn't semen enter the urinary bladder during ejaculation?
The smooth muscle sphincter at the base of the urinary bladder closes.
What does the urinary system control?
The Urinary System extracts waste from your body. The organs, tubes, muscles, and nerves that work together to create, store, and carry urine are the urinary system. The urinary system includes two kidneys, two ureters, the bladder, two sphincter muscles, and the urethra. http://kidney.niddk.nih.gov/kudiseases/pubs/Yoururinary/
Where can a sphincter be found in the urinary system also what is its function?
A sphincter is a circular band of muscle tissue that, when contracted, cuts off the flow of material from one place to another. There are two urinary sphincters, one at the base of the bladder and one at the pelvic canal along the urethra. The purpose of both sphincters is to prevent urinary leakage.
A urinary sphincter to control the flow of urine is located at each end of the urethra?
True. There is a external and internal sphincter
What are the part important of urinary system?
the kidney usually just cleanses or washes out bacteria from most of the food you eat or something like that, the urinary system is kind of the same idea, its all of the waste from your body, everything has to come back out somehow.
What muscle present at the tip of the urinary bladder that controls the urine?
bladder sphincter
What is intrinsic sphincter deficiency?
Intrinsic sphincter deficiency is a condition where the normal function of the urinary sphincter muscles is impaired, leading to urinary incontinence. This can be caused by weakening or damage to the muscles and tissues supporting the urethra, often resulting from childbirth, aging, or pelvic surgery. Symptoms may include leaking urine with physical activities or urgency.
The bundles of interlaced muscular fibers in the wall of the urinary bladder comprise the?
The bundles of interlaced muscular fibers in the wall of the urinary bladder comprise the internal urethral sphincter. The contraction of the internal urethral sphincter prevent the bladder from emptying until the urinary pressure reaches a certain level.
What is artificial sphincter insertion?
Artificial sphincter insertion surgery is the implantation of an artificial valve in the genitourinary tract or in the anal canal to restore continence and psychological well being to individuals with urinary or anal sphincter insufficiency.
What muscle controls the diameter of an opening?
The muscle that controls the diameter of an opening is called a sphincter muscle. Sphincter muscles are circular bands of smooth muscle that encircle openings in various parts of the body, such as the digestive system and urinary tract. They contract to close the opening and relax to allow passage, thus regulating the flow of substances through these openings. Examples include the anal sphincter and the pyloric sphincter in the stomach.
What system comes after the urinary system?
When urine exits the urinary system, it is at the exterior of the body. There is no system "after" the urinary system.
