Puborectalis muscle
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A pelvic floor muscle that forms a sling around the rectum and helps maintain fecal continence.
Related terms
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Pelvic floorThe sling of muscles that support the intestines and bladder, as well as the uterus in women. Weak or damaged pelvic floor muscles can cause incontinence or diminished sexual…
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ContinenceHaving full control of the bladder and/or bowel. See also stress incontinence.
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PelvicOf the pelvis.
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RectumThe part of the large intestine which stores solid waste until it leaves the body through the anus.