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The aim is to explore the evolution of anatomical understanding of the ureterovesical junction from ancient to medieval scholars.

April 13, 2026Saudi Medical Journal

The functional anatomy of the uretero-vesical junction. A historical review

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The aim is to explore the evolution of anatomical understanding of the ureterovesical junction from ancient to medieval scholars.
Reviewed original manuscripts from Galen and six Islamic scholars up to the 13th century.
Analyzed anatomical concepts related to the ureterovesical junction and micturition.
Compared findings to modern anatomical understanding.
Islamic scholars' views on anti-reflux and micturition differ from Galen's ideas.
Many concepts of Islamic physicians align well with contemporary anatomy.
The historical contributions of these scholars enrich the understanding of urinary mechanisms.

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Historical review evaluates micturition mechanisms at the ureterovesical junction in ancient anatomy texts, suggesting continued relevance of findings.

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Abdel-Halim et al. (2003) studied this question.

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Historical review evaluates micturition mechanisms at the ureterovesical junction in ancient anatomy texts, suggesting continued relevance of findings.

The functional anatomy of the uretero-vesical junction. A historical review

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