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Definition of Musculus sphincter pylori
1. Noun. The sphincter muscle of the pylorus that separates the stomach from the duodenum.
Exact synonyms: Pyloric Sphincter, Pyloric Valve
Group relationships: Pylorus
Generic synonyms: Anatomical Sphincter, Sphincter, Sphincter Muscle
Group relationships: Pylorus
Generic synonyms: Anatomical Sphincter, Sphincter, Sphincter Muscle
Medical Definition of Musculus sphincter pylori
1. A thickening of the circular layer of the gastric musculature encircling the gastroduodenal junction. Synonym: musculus sphincter pylori, sphincter muscle of pylorus. (05 Mar 2000)