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Which neurotransmitter is mentioned as enhancing depolarization in intestinal smooth muscle?
Which neurotransmitter is mentioned as enhancing depolarization in intestinal smooth muscle?
The motility of the intestine can return to phase 1 without the ingestion of a meal.
The motility of the intestine can return to phase 1 without the ingestion of a meal.
False
What is the main function of the motility of the small intestine?
What is the main function of the motility of the small intestine?
To propel undigested and liquified chyme towards the ileocecal valve.
The intestinal muscular contractions are coordinated by the _____ muscle layers.
The intestinal muscular contractions are coordinated by the _____ muscle layers.
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Match the following states of motility with their descriptions:
Match the following states of motility with their descriptions:
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What is the primary function of the ileocecal valve?
What is the primary function of the ileocecal valve?
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The circular muscle layer contracts to prevent the retrograde flow of chyme across the ileocecal junction.
The circular muscle layer contracts to prevent the retrograde flow of chyme across the ileocecal junction.
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Name one excitatory neurotransmitter that stimulates smooth muscle contraction in the ileocecal junction.
Name one excitatory neurotransmitter that stimulates smooth muscle contraction in the ileocecal junction.
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During fasting, the filling of the cecum is ____ and erratic.
During fasting, the filling of the cecum is ____ and erratic.
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Match the following substances with their roles in the ileocecal junction:
Match the following substances with their roles in the ileocecal junction:
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What is primarily responsible for the sacculated appearance of the colon?
What is primarily responsible for the sacculated appearance of the colon?
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The sympathetic innervation of the gastrointestinal tract has an excitatory effect.
The sympathetic innervation of the gastrointestinal tract has an excitatory effect.
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What is the function of the Crypts of Lieberkuhn in the colon?
What is the function of the Crypts of Lieberkuhn in the colon?
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The lower gastrointestinal tract is supplied with a higher number of ____________ fibers in the anorectal region compared to other parts of the intestine.
The lower gastrointestinal tract is supplied with a higher number of ____________ fibers in the anorectal region compared to other parts of the intestine.
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Match the following plexuses with their primary functions:
Match the following plexuses with their primary functions:
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What hormone stimulates Phase 3 of the mechanical activity?
What hormone stimulates Phase 3 of the mechanical activity?
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In Phase 2, contractions are regular and of equal amplitude.
In Phase 2, contractions are regular and of equal amplitude.
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What is the main activity described during Phase 3?
What is the main activity described during Phase 3?
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During Phase 3, the pylorus and ileocecal valves are fully ______ to allow passage of undigested food items.
During Phase 3, the pylorus and ileocecal valves are fully ______ to allow passage of undigested food items.
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Match the phases with their characteristics:
Match the phases with their characteristics:
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Study Notes
Lower Gastrointestinal Tract
- The lower GI tract encompasses the regions of the small and large intestine that exhibit similar motor functions despite structural differences.
Functional Anatomy of the Lower GI Tract
- The small intestine (3-7 meters long) is divided into the duodenum, jejunum, and ileum, each with specific roles in digestion and absorption.
- The duodenum receives chyme from the stomach and digestive enzymes from accessory organs.
- The jejunum is the primary site for chemical digestion and nutrient absorption.
- The ileum is the primary site for absorption in the small intestine.
- The ileocecal junction (Bauhin's valve) is a physiological sphincter connecting the small and large intestines.
- It helps to regulate the flow of chyme from the ileum to the cecum and prevents backflow.
Electrophysiology of GI Smooth Muscle
- GI smooth muscle has slow waves (BER/pacemaker potentials) and spike potentials.
- Slow waves are undulating changes in the resting membrane potential.
- Spike potentials are true action potentials triggering significant calcium influx and contraction.
Motility of the Small Intestine
- Motility varies during fasting and fed states.
- Interdigestive state (fasting) has migrating myoelectric complexes(MMC).
- MMCs are waves of motor activity that move through the small intestine.
- MMCs are typically present during periods of fasting.
- Postprandial state (fed) has mixing and propulsive contractions.
- Mixing contractions (segmentation) are localized, stationary contractions that churn the chyme and mix it with digestive juices.
- Propulsive contractions (peristalsis) involve the sequential contraction and relaxation of the smooth muscles to move chyme toward the anus.
Motility of the Large Intestine
- Primary functions are water and electrolyte absorption and storage of fecal matter.
- Mixes fecal matter through haustrations (a mixing movement).
- Moves fecal matter towards the rectum through mass movements(strong propulsive waves).
Defecation
- Defecation is a complex process involving the rectum, pelvic floor muscles, and anal sphincters.
- Intrinsic defecation reflex involves rectal distension and myenteric reflexes.
- Parasympathetic defecation reflex intensifies peristalsis and relaxes the internal anal sphincter.
- Voluntary efforts involve relaxation of the external anal sphincter along with abdominal and pelvic floor muscle contractions.
Accessory Organs
- Organs that aid in digestion include the liver, gallbladder, and exocrine pancreas.
- Liver, produces bile, which emulsifies fats.
- Gallbladder, stores bile until needed.
- Exocrine pancreas releases digestive enzymes.
Neural Regulation of the Intestines
- The autonomic nervous system (sympathetic and parasympathetic) regulates motility and secretion in the GI tract.
- The enteric nervous system (ENS), a distinct network of neurons in the gut wall, controls intrinsic functions like motility.
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This quiz covers the functional anatomy and electrophysiology of the lower gastrointestinal tract. You'll explore the roles of the small and large intestines, including their structure and motor functions. Additionally, the quiz highlights key concepts such as the ileocecal junction and smooth muscle potentials.
