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The 29 pages that link to Smooth muscle, each with the reason it gives.

• Muscarinic acetylcholine receptorRelated: M3 receptor activation contracts smooth muscle in several organs.

• OxytocinRelated: Oxytocin receptors on uterine smooth muscle help generate contractions.

• EsophagusRelated: Smooth muscle in the lower esophagus contributes to propulsion and sphincter control.

• ProstateRelated: Smooth muscle in the prostate contracts during emission of prostatic secretions.

• Vas deferensRelated: Its thick layers form the contractile wall of the vas deferens.

• ErectionRelated: Relaxation of smooth muscle in penile arteries and erectile tissue permits engorgement.

• HyoscyamineRelated: Muscarinic blockade relaxes smooth muscle and helps relieve spasms.

• VisceraRelated: Its contractions move contents through many hollow viscera.