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sphincter
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sphincter
Anatomy a ring of muscle surrounding the opening of a hollow organ or body and contracting to close it

sphincter [′sfiŋk·tər]
(anatomy)
A muscle that surrounds and functions to close an orifice.


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Two major components contribute to the etiology of SUT: urethral hypermobility or intrinsic sphincteric deficiency (ISD).
The modifications seem to have occurred to the detriment of the protective, sphincteric function of the larynx, as compared with other mammals.
Chapter 19 explores the pelvic-floor musculature and its supportive, sphincteric, and sexual functions extensively, emphasizing self-assessment and guided self-management to improve the patient's quality of life.
 
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