ureterovesical junction
vesico-ureteral junction
The valve-like structure found at the site of entry of the ureter into the urinary bladder, normally displays an oblique angulation through the detrusor to avoid reflux of urine up the ureters and the kidney.
| Tipo | Organ |
| Sistema corporal | Urinary |
| Estructura principal | valve |
| Nombre latino | vesico-ureteral junction |
| FMA ID | 15899 |
Preguntas frecuentes
What is the ureterovesical junction?
The valve-like structure found at the site of entry of the ureter into the urinary bladder, normally displays an oblique angulation through the detrusor to avoid reflux of urine up the ureters and the kidney.
What body system is the ureterovesical junction part of?
The ureterovesical junction is part of the Urinary.
What is the Latin name for the ureterovesical junction?
The Latin name for the ureterovesical junction is vesico-ureteral junction.
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