Vocabulary Term Details

Bladder

Definition (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bladder)

The urinary bladder is the organ that collects urine excreted by the kidneys before disposal by urination. A hollow muscular, and distensible (or elastic) organ, the bladder sits on the pelvic floor. Urine enters the bladder via the ureters and exits via the urethra. (Wikipedia)

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Urinary tract
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This term is used for the following terms: 
Urinary bladder

Approved Date
09-Apr-2013

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