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perineum, its posterior commissure approaching the anal margin within 



about an inch. 

 Superficial Fascia, is incomplete, by reason of its perforation by the orifice 



of the vulva, but consists of two layers, as in the male. 

 Deep Perineal Fascia, being also perforated by the vagina, is less apparent 



than in the male, though presenting two layers, with the urethra perforating 



them, as in the other sex. 

 Muscles, the Sphincter Vaginae takes the place, in the female, of the 



Accelerator Urinse of the male. 

 Prostate Gland is wanting, but its place is occupied by a number of minute 



glands disposed around the neck of the bladder. 



