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sphincteral

sphincteral

1 9.9
A ring of muscle that opens and closes body passages
  • adjective
  • /sfɪŋkˈtɛrəl/
  • Specialized
: esfinteriano
  • Damage to the nerve can affect sphincteral control in some individuals.

Examples

  • The sphincteral function is crucial for digestion.

  • The study focused on sphincteral function in elderly patients.

  • The patient experienced a sphincteral spasm after the procedure.

  • A healthy sphincteral muscle helps control bowel movements.

  • The sphincteral muscles play a crucial role in controlling the passage of food through the digestive system.

  • The sphincteral function is important in maintaining the body's ability to control various bodily functions.

  • Doctors often examine the sphincteral muscles to diagnose gastrointestinal disorders.

Synonyms

sphincteric
vssphincteral
  • Specialized
9.1

Relating to a muscle that controls the opening and closing of a body passage

is about being characteristic of that muscle rather than acting on it

Surface Forms

sphincteral positive

Morphology

sphincteral = sphincter (transparent) = sphincter + al

The adjective is formed in the regular way from the noun 'sphincter' with the suffix '-al', meaning 'relating to' the sphincter.

Etymology

Sphincteral comes from the word sphincter, which goes back to an old Greek verb sphingein meaning 'to bind' or 'to squeeze'. So a sphincteral muscle is one that 'squeezes' or tightens to close an opening.