lower airway ganglion
lower airway parasympathetic ganglion
A parasympathetic ganglion that is located within the airway walls of the lower respiratory tract. This ganglion is responsible for controlling the constriction of the airway by stimulating smooth muscle contraction in the lower respiratory tract to regulate airflow.
| Type | Muscle |
| Parent Structure | parasympathetic ganglion |
| Latin Name | lower airway parasympathetic ganglion |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the lower airway ganglion?
A parasympathetic ganglion that is located within the airway walls of the lower respiratory tract. This ganglion is responsible for controlling the constriction of the airway by stimulating smooth muscle contraction in the lower respiratory tract to regulate airflow.
What is the Latin name for the lower airway ganglion?
The Latin name for the lower airway ganglion is lower airway parasympathetic ganglion.
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