plexus caroticus

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Noun plexus caroticus has 1 sense

carotid plexus, plexus caroticus - a plexus of nerves surrounding the internal carotid artery
--₁ is a kind of nerve plexus

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Plexus Caroticus

Description

Plexus Caroticus refers to a network of nerves located around the carotid artery in the neck. It consists of sympathetic and parasympathetic fibers that play a crucial role in regulating various bodily functions.

Sample Sentences

The plexus caroticus helps regulate blood pressure and heart rate.
Injury to the plexus caroticus can lead to dysfunction in autonomic control.
During surgery, the surgeon carefully navigated around the plexus caroticus to avoid any damage.

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