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Definition of Physiological sphincter
1. Noun. A sphincter that is not recognizable at autopsy because its resting arrangement cannot be distinguished from adjacent tissue.
Generic synonyms: Anatomical Sphincter, Sphincter, Sphincter Muscle
Specialized synonyms: Cardiac Sphincter
Specialized synonyms: Cardiac Sphincter
Medical Definition of Physiological sphincter
1. A section of a tubular structure that acts as if it has a band of circular muscle to constrict it, although no such specialised structure can be found on morphological examination. Synonym: functional sphincter, radiological sphincter. (05 Mar 2000)
Lexicographical Neighbors of Physiological Sphincter
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