Detrusormuskulaturen

Detrusormuskulaturen, also known as the detrusor muscle, is a smooth muscle layer found in the urinary bladder. It is responsible for the storage and emptying of urine. The detrusor muscle is innervated by the autonomic nervous system, which controls its contractions and relaxations. During the process of voiding, the detrusor muscle contracts to expel urine from the bladder. This muscle is also involved in the micturition reflex, which is the automatic process of urination.

The detrusor muscle is composed of smooth muscle fibers that are arranged in a circular pattern around the bladder wall. This arrangement allows the muscle to expand and contract as urine is stored and expelled. The detrusor muscle is innervated by both parasympathetic and sympathetic nerves. The parasympathetic nerves stimulate the detrusor muscle to contract, while the sympathetic nerves inhibit this contraction.

Detrusormuskulaturen plays a crucial role in maintaining urinary continence and preventing urinary incontinence. However, conditions such as urinary tract infections, bladder stones, and neurological disorders can affect the function of the detrusor muscle, leading to symptoms such as urinary urgency, frequency, and incontinence. In such cases, medical interventions such as antibiotics, bladder irrigation, or surgical procedures may be necessary to restore normal detrusor muscle function.