Term Name: ureterovesical junction
Synonyms: vesico-ureteral junction, vesico-ureteric junction, vesicoureteric junction
Definition: The valve-like structure found at the site of entry of the ureter into the urinary bladder, normally displays an oblique angulation through the detrusor to avoid reflux of urine up the ureters and the kidney
Ontology: Uberon Ontology [UBERON:0009973]

Relationships
is part of: renal system
has parts: ureteral orifice
is a type of: anatomical junction valve