enteric plexus

enteric nerve plexus

A plexus of autonomic nerve fibers within the wall of the digestive tube, and made up of the submucosal, myenteric, and subserosal plexuses; it contains visceral afferent fibers, sympathetic postganglionic fibers, parasympathetic preganglionic and postganglionic fibers, and parasympathetic postganglionic cell bodies.

Type Nerve
Parent Structure autonomic nerve plexus
Latin Name enteric nerve plexus
FMA ID 77597

Sub-structures

myenteric nerve plexus Muscle submucous nerve plexus Nerve subserosal plexus Nerve

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the enteric plexus?
A plexus of autonomic nerve fibers within the wall of the digestive tube, and made up of the submucosal, myenteric, and subserosal plexuses; it contains visceral afferent fibers, sympathetic postganglionic fibers, parasympathetic preganglionic and postganglionic fibers, and parasympathetic postgangl
What is the Latin name for the enteric plexus?
The Latin name for the enteric plexus is enteric nerve plexus.

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