stomach muscularis externa
gastric muscularis
The smooth muscle layer of the stomach wall that functions to churn and mix food and gastric secretions as well as to move food along the digestive tract to the intestines.
| Type | Muscle |
| Parent Structure | muscular coat of digestive tract |
| Latin Name | gastric muscularis |
| FMA ID | 14909 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the stomach muscularis externa?
The smooth muscle layer of the stomach wall that functions to churn and mix food and gastric secretions as well as to move food along the digestive tract to the intestines.
What is the Latin name for the stomach muscularis externa?
The Latin name for the stomach muscularis externa is gastric muscularis.
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