Urinary meatus
Urinary Meatus
The Urinary Meatus (pronounced: yoo-RIN-er-ee MEE-tus), also known as the external urethral orifice, is the opening or outlet of the urethra. It is through this opening that urine is expelled from the body.
Etymology
The term "Urinary Meatus" is derived from the Latin words "urina" meaning urine and "meatus" meaning passage or channel.
Anatomy
The urinary meatus is located at the tip of the penis in males and above the vaginal opening in females. It is the final point in the urinary tract, which also includes the kidneys, ureters, and bladder.
Related Terms
- Urethra: The tube that carries urine from the bladder to the urinary meatus.
- Urethritis: Inflammation of the urethra, which can cause pain or discomfort during urination.
- Urinary Tract Infection (UTI): An infection in any part of the urinary system, including the kidneys, bladder, ureters, and urethra.
- Meatal Stenosis: A narrowing of the urinary meatus, often caused by inflammation or injury.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Urinary meatus
- Wikipedia's article - Urinary meatus
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