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On the pathway of the rectosphincteric reflex.

T Kunieda, S Azuma, K Sakata

    Experientia
    |July 15, 1984
    PubMed
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    The rectosphincteric reflex in rats, even with rectal aganglionosis, is an intramural reflex. Its pathway primarily follows longitudinal and oblique muscle layers within the rectal wall.

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    Area of Science:

    • Gastroenterology
    • Neurogastroenterology
    • Surgical Research

    Background:

    • The rectosphincteric reflex is crucial for fecal continence.
    • Understanding its neural pathways is vital for treating defecation disorders.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To investigate the anatomical and functional pathways of the rectosphincteric reflex in rat models.
    • To elucidate the reflex"s intramural nature and directional course.

    Main Methods:

    • Utilized multiple rat models, including those with induced circular and semicircular rectal aganglionosis.
    • Examined the rectosphincteric reflex"s response and pathway characteristics.

    Main Results:

    • Confirmed the rectosphincteric reflex is predominantly an intramural reflex.
    • Identified the primary route of the reflex within the rectal wall, mainly longitudinal and partly oblique directions.

    Conclusions:

    • The rectosphincteric reflex is an intrinsic property of the rectal wall.
    • Findings provide insights into the neuroanatomy of defecation and potential targets for therapeutic interventions in motility disorders.

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