Anal canal
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The anal canal is the terminal part of the large intestine.
It is situated between the rectum and anus, below the level of the pelvic diaphragm. It lies in the anal triangle of perineum in between the right and left ischiorectal fossae.
In humans it is approximately 2.5 to 4 cm long, extending from the anorectal junction to the anus. It is directed downwards and backwards. It is surrounded by inner involuntary and outer voluntary sphincters which keep the lumen closed in the form of an anteroposterior slit.
It is differentiated from the rectum by the transition of the internal surface from endodermal to skinlike ectodermal tissue.
Additional images
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Anatomy of the anus and rectum
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Left Levator ani from within.
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The interior of the anal cami and lower part of the rectum.
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Median sagittal section of male pelvis.
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Median sagittal section of female pelvis.
See also
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- Template:NormanAnatomy
- Template:SUNYAnatomyFigs - "The rectum and anal canal in the male pelvis."
- Template:EMedicineDictionary