Neuronal circuitry of the lower urinary tract; central and peripheral neuronal control of the micturition cycle

@article{Kinder2004NeuronalCO,
  title={Neuronal circuitry of the lower urinary tract; central and peripheral neuronal control of the micturition cycle},
  author={M. V. Kinder and Erica H. C. Bastiaanssen and Ruud A. Janknegt and Enrico Marani},
  journal={Anatomy and Embryology},
  year={2004},
  volume={192},
  pages={195-209}
}
A new presentation technique is introduced to describe the neuronal circuitry involved in the control of the uropoëtic system and its control mechanisms during the micturition cycle. This method is based on the preparation of flow charts and is applied to the discussion of four qualitative models which are derived from the literature. Opinions concerning the reflex arcs and supraspinal connections said to be involved in micturition and continence are different and sometimes contradictory… 
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