Genitourinary system
Genitourinary system
The Genitourinary system (pronounced: jen-ih-toh-YOOR-ih-nair-ee system) is a group of organs and other structures that are responsible for the elimination of waste and the reproduction in humans and other animals. The term is derived from the Latin words genitalis (pertaining to generation or birth) and urinarius (pertaining to urine).
Structure
The genitourinary system is divided into two parts: the urinary system and the reproductive system.
Urinary system
The urinary system consists of the kidneys, ureters, bladder, and urethra. These organs work together to produce, store, and eliminate urine, a fluid waste product of the body.
Reproductive system
The reproductive system varies between males and females. In males, it includes the testes, vas deferens, seminal vesicles, prostate, and penis. In females, it includes the ovaries, fallopian tubes, uterus, vagina, and vulva.
Function
The genitourinary system has several functions, including the production and transportation of urine, the regulation of electrolytes and blood pressure, and the production of sex cells for reproduction.
Diseases and disorders
There are many diseases and disorders that can affect the genitourinary system, including urinary tract infections, kidney stones, prostate cancer, and infertility.
See also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Genitourinary system
- Wikipedia's article - Genitourinary system
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