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Contribution of the external anal sphincter to the pressure zone in the anal canal

Year: 1965

Type: article

Abstract: EDITORIAL SYNOPSIS A study of pressure in the anal canal and of electromyographic activity of the external anal sphincter before and after muscular paralysis has shown that the external anal sphincter contributes to the pressure only when a bolus is within the anal canal.

Source: Gut

DOI: 10.1136/gut.6.1.64

Authors: H. L. Duthie, J. M. Watts

Institution: Leeds General Infirmary

Language: English

Topic: Gastrointestinal motility and disorders

Subfield: Gastroenterology

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: bronze

OpenAlex ID: W2132920712