ETYMOLOGY OF THE WORD SPHINCTER
From Late Latin, from Greek sphinkter, from sphingein to grip tightly.
10 ENGLISH BOOKS RELATING TO «SPHINCTER»
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sphincter in the following bibliographical selection. Books relating to
sphincter and brief extracts from same to provide context of its use in English literature.
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Perineal and Anal
Sphincter Trauma: Diagnosis and Clinical ...
The book will mostly be of interest to trainees and consultants, colorectal surgeons, physiotherapists, midwives, continence advisors, labour wards and lawyers.
Abdul H Sultan, Ranee Thakar, Dee E. Fenner, 2007
Furnishing practical algorithms and nearly 3000 useful references, tables, equations, photographs, and drawings, The Urinary Sphincter is an invaluable and authoritative source for urologists, gynecologists, neurologists, physiatrists, ...
3
Female Pelvic Reconstructive Surgery
Definition Methods of Repair Primary Anal Sphincter Repair Classification of
Perineal Tears Outcome of Primary Repair Neurophysiological Investigations
Principles of Primary Repair Technique of Primary Repair Follow-up and
Management ...
Stuart L. Stanton, Philippe Zimmern, 2002
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The Washington Manual of Surgery
B. The anal sphincter mechanism allows defecation and maintains continence.
The internal sphincter (involuntary) accounts for 80% of resting pressure,
whereas the external sphincter (voluntary) accounts for 20% of resting pressure
and ...
Mary E. Klingensmith, 2008
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Sphincters: Normal Function-Changes in Diseases
Sphincter of Oddi dysfunction is difficult to diagnose.1 Part of this difficulty reflects
the lack of suitable diagnostic criteria. In addition, sphincter of Oddi dysfunction
may represent a heterogeneous group of problems. Consequently, many terms ...
Edwin E. Daniel, Tadao Tomita, Seigi Tsuchida, 1992
The bile duct sphincter itself consists of three interconnected sphincters: (a) the
superior sphincter surrounding the bile duct for 0.5 cm just proximal to its
passage through the duodenal wall, (b) a submucosal portion surrounding the
intramural ...
Josef E. Fischer, Kirby I. Bland, Mark P. Callery, 2006
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Medical Physiology: Principles for Clinical Medicine
With the exception of the internal anal sphincter, sphincters function to prevent
the backward movement of intraluminal contents. Lower Esophageal Sphincter
The lower esophageal sphincter prevents the reflux of gastric contents, including
...
Rodney Rhoades, David R. Bell, 2009
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Urinary & Fecal Incontinence: Current Management Concepts
The internal anal sphincter is a continuation of the circular muscle layer; it is
approximately 3 cm long and encircles the anorectal junction and the proximal 2
cm of the anal canal. The internal anal sphincter is composed predominantly of ...
Dorothy Beckley Doughty, 2006
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Ostergard's Urogynecology and Pelvic Floor Dysfunction
The canal is surrounded by the puborectalis muscles superiorly and the internal
and external anal sphincters below this (Fig. 1.17). The internal anal sphincter is
a continuation of the circular smooth muscle layer of the rectum (see Fig. 1.17).
Alfred E. Bent, Geoffrey W. Cundiff, Steven E. Swift, 2008
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MRI and CT of the Female Pelvis
Computer-assisted reconstructions of a female fetus. a Oblique ventrolateral view
. b Descending dorsoventral view. v, vagina; lm, longitudinal muscular layer; pr,
puborectalis muscle; eas, external anal sphincter; is, internal sphincter; pbo, ...
Bernd Hamm, A.L: Baert, Rosemarie Forstner, 2007
10 NEWS ITEMS WHICH INCLUDE THE TERM «SPHINCTER»
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sphincter is used in the context of the following news items.
Skipper: 'Sphincter Factor' sinks Clones
“The 'Sphincter Factor' got him in the first inning,” said Cyclones manager Tom Gamboa, referring to his term describing the ability to play under pressure. «Brooklyn Paper, Jun 15»
Top Gear: can any mortal control this foul, pulsating orifice?
The toxic sphincter is like Hitler's bunker. Left open but unattended it will become a focus point for the untrammelled rage of the very worst people on earth, ... «The Guardian, Jun 15»
Vandals attack Anish Kapoor's vagina – but is it a sphincter?
... tension, the queen's – or, indeed, king's – sphincter provides a significant metaphor for the social and political contradictions at work in contemporary France. «The Conversation UK, Jun 15»
The truth about poo: we're doing it wrong
But, if the inner sphincter is ignored enough times – say, because we are too shy ... “Learning about those two sphincters really changed my perspective on life,” ... «The Guardian, May 15»
News Blooper: LA Anchor Does Not Know What A 'Sphincter' Is
According to the Encyclopedia Britannica the definition of a sphincter muscle is “any of the ringlike muscles surrounding and able to contract or close a bodily ... «K-Earth 101 FM, Feb 15»
LA News Anchor is Confused as to Where the Sphincter is Located
News anchor fails are an American pastime. Every blooper — no matter how minor — is captured and regurgitated ad nauseam on the Internet, making any ... «Complex, Feb 15»
American Benjamin Miller gored by bull at Ciudad Rodrigo's …
Benjamin Miller of Georgia underwent a three-hour operation to repair damage to his thighs, sphincter and back muscles after being tossed and gored by a bull. «Daily Mail, Feb 15»
10 Most Influential Punk Records of Arizona: #8: Mighty Sphincter's …
Known, perhaps, by fans of the dark and spooky worldwide, Mighty Sphincter's odd time signatures and punk/metal riffage make them an utterly unique band, ... «Phoenix New Times, Dec 14»
A Man Tried To Vacuum His Own Farts And Paid For It With His …
I immediately turned off the vacuum and tried to push my sphincter back inside my ass – turns out that doesn't work, and it also hurts a fucking lot too. Not long ... «Uproxx, Nov 14»
New Study Shows Magnetic Implant is an Important Break-Through …
ST. PAUL, Minn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Torax Medical announced today the publication of new data comparing the LINX® Magnetic Sphincter Augmentation ... «Business Wire, Sep 14»
