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The conjoint longitudinal muscle is a muscle layer in the wall of the anal canal between the internal anal sphincter (deep to CLM) and external anal sphincter (superficial to CLM). It is continuous proximally with the longitudinal (outer) smooth muscle layer of the rectum. It receives autonomic innervation in common with the internal anal sphincter.[1]
Anatomy edit
Distally, the muscle detaches and extends in three directions. The projections of the muscle represent pathways for the spread of infections.[1]
Development edit
The CLM is especially prominent in the foetus, but is gradually replaced by connective tissue with age.[1]
Function edit
Contraction of the CLM shortens and widens the anal canal, and everts the anal orifice.[1]
References edit
- ^ a b c d Standring, Susan (2020). Gray's Anatomy: The Anatomical Basis of Clinical Practice (42th ed.). New York. p. 1201. ISBN 978-0-7020-7707-4. OCLC 1201341621.
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