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Definition of Musculus sphincter urethrae
1. Noun. A striated sphincter muscle that constricts the urethra.
Exact synonyms: Urethral Sphincter
Group relationships: Urethra
Generic synonyms: Anatomical Sphincter, Sphincter, Sphincter Muscle
Group relationships: Urethra
Generic synonyms: Anatomical Sphincter, Sphincter, Sphincter Muscle
Medical Definition of Musculus sphincter urethrae
1. Origin, ramus of pubis; insertion, with fellow in median raphe behind and in front of urethra; action, constricts membranous urethra; nerve supply, pudendal. Synonym: musculus sphincter urethrae, external urethral sphincter, Guthrie's muscle, musculus compressor urethrae, musculus constrictor urethrae, musculus sphincter urethrae membranaceae, sphincter muscle of urethra, Wilson's muscle. (05 Mar 2000)
Lexicographical Neighbors of Musculus Sphincter Urethrae
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