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brachial plexus

 

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Noun brachial plexus has 1 sense
  1. brachial plexus, plexus brachialis - a network of nerves formed by cervical and thoracic spinal nerves and supplying the arm and parts of the shoulder
    --1 is a kind of nerve plexus

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Brachial Plexus

Definition: The brachial plexus is a network of nerves that originates from the spinal cord in the neck region and provides motor and sensory innervation to the upper limb and shoulder girdle.

Sense 1 (Anatomy):

Noun: The brachial plexus refers to the complex system of nerves formed by the anterior rami (nerve branches) of the lower four cervical spinal nerves (C5-C8) and the first thoracic spinal nerve (T1).

Sample Sentence: Damage to the brachial plexus can lead to weakness, numbness, or loss of sensation in the arm and hand.

Sense 2 (Medicine):

Noun: In medicine, the brachial plexus refers to a group of nerves that can be affected by injuries or conditions, such as brachial plexus injury, thoracic outlet syndrome, or nerve compressions.

Sample Sentence: Physical therapy is often recommended for patients recovering from brachial plexus injuries.

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