Asked by
Maria Shanahan
on Oct 12, 2024
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Which muscle surrounds the anus?
A) pubococcygeus
B) levator ani iliococcygeus
C) external urethral sphincter
D) external anal sphincter
External Anal Sphincter
A muscle that surrounds the anus, controlling the expulsion of feces from the body.
Levator Ani Iliococcygeus
A component of the levator ani muscle, which supports the pelvic organs and helps in maintaining fecal continence.
External Urethral Sphincter
A circular muscle that controls urination by constricting or relaxing to allow the flow of urine from the bladder.
- Identify the commencement and attachment points of specific muscular tissues.
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Learning Objectives
- Identify the commencement and attachment points of specific muscular tissues.