Term Name: pyloric sphincter
Synonyms: pyloric valve
Definition: A strong ring of smooth muscle at the end of the pyloric canal which lets food pass from the stomach to the duodenum. It receives sympathetic innervation from the celiac ganglion[WP].
Ontology: Cell Ontology [UBERON:0001202]

Relationships
is part of: pylorus
is a type of: gastrointestinal sphincter sphincter muscle