Preferred Label : caval sphincter;
Uberon definition : A striated muscle sphincter that is an extension of the diaphragm and surrounds the
vena cava.;
Uberon synonym : vena cava sphincter;
Uberon Function note : upon stimulation of right phrenic nerve, may cause complete closure of the caval passage
to the right heart;
Origin ID : 0035832;
composed primarily of
- continuous with
- surrounds
A striated muscle sphincter that is an extension of the diaphragm and surrounds the
vena cava.
