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dilator /di·la·tor/ (di-lat´er) 1. a structure that dilates, or an instrument used to dilate. 2. dilator muscle.
dilator a structure (muscle) that dilates, or an instrument used to dilate. dilator pupillae muscle dilator muscle of the pupil. |
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The intrinsic muscles are formed of a pair of dilator muscles and a pair of constrictor muscles. Reflex arcs involving these upper airway dilator muscles are integrated with the central mechanisms that control ventilation and breathing. |
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