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Physiology of Peristalsis Video
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Video at a Glance
- Cajal cells are pacemaker cells in the smooth muscles in the gut.
- Without functional Cajal cells, the patient loses the ability to achieve peristalsis.
- All of the nerves of the gut are described in detail.
- Stimulation of contraction occurs due to reflexive action or parasympathetic stimulation.
- Stress in the GI tract cause muscles to contract.
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