parasympathetic ganglion

ganglion parasympathicum

Ganglion containing neurons that receive innervation from parasympathetic neurons in the central nervous system and subserves parasympathetic functions through innervation of smooth muscle, cardiac muscle and glands.

Type Muscle
Parent Structure autonomic ganglion
Latin Name ganglion parasympathicum
FMA ID 5894

Sub-structures

cardiac ganglion Nerve future pterygopalatine ganglion Nerve ganglion of ciliary nerve Nerve lower airway ganglion Muscle pterygopalatine ganglion Nerve sublingual ganglion Nerve submandibular ganglion Nerve

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the parasympathetic ganglion?
Ganglion containing neurons that receive innervation from parasympathetic neurons in the central nervous system and subserves parasympathetic functions through innervation of smooth muscle, cardiac muscle and glands.
What is the Latin name for the parasympathetic ganglion?
The Latin name for the parasympathetic ganglion is ganglion parasympathicum.

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