process

Intestinal peristalsis

Peristalsis is the involuntary contraction and relaxation of longitudinal and circular muscles throughout the digestive tract, allowing for the propulsion of contents beginning in the pharynx and ending in the anus.

Ref:
Patel KS, Thavamani A. Physiology, Peristalsis. 2022 Jan 21. In: StatPearls [Internet]. Treasure Island (FL): StatPearls Publishing; 2022 Jan–. PMID: 32310597.

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Added on Feb 6, 2022 by Barbara Van De Keer
Edited on Feb 6, 2023 by Barbara Van De Keer

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