urethral sphincter

sphincter muscle of urethra

A sphincter muscle surrounding the urethra.

Type	Muscle
Body System	Urinary
Parent Structure	urethra muscle tissue
Latin Name	sphincter muscle of urethra

Sub-structures

external urethral sphincter Organ internal urethral sphincter Muscle

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the urethral sphincter?

A sphincter muscle surrounding the urethra.

What body system is the urethral sphincter part of?

The urethral sphincter is part of the Urinary.

What is the Latin name for the urethral sphincter?

The Latin name for the urethral sphincter is sphincter muscle of urethra.

Related Structures

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