inferior hypogastric nerve plexus
inferior hypogastric plexus
The inferior hypogastric plexus (pelvic plexus in some texts) is a plexus of nerves that supplies the viscera of the pelvic cavity. The inferior hypogastric plexus is a paired structure, with each situated on the side of the rectum in the male, and at the sides of the rectum and vagina in the female. [WP,unvetted].
| Type | Nerve |
| Parent Structure | autonomic nerve plexus |
| Latin Name | inferior hypogastric plexus |
| FMA ID | 6643 |
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