The external anal sphincter mechanism sits below the puborectalis which forms an anterior sling. The lower part of the sphincter cuff is attached posteriorly by the ano-coccygeal raphe. The anterior height of the external sphincter is less in the female than in the male. The internal anal sphincter, a thickened portion of the internal circular muscle layer of the rectum, extends almost down to the lower end of the external muscle cuff.
With assistance from above for orientation, the bottom team carefully dissected a wide margin around the sphincter mechanism laterally and posteriorly to reach the level of the levators.
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