pulmonary capillary plexus

capillary network of lung

A network of intersecting nerves (pulmonary capillary plexus) that coordinates signaling to and from structures in its anatomical distribution.

Type Nerve
Body System Cardiovascular
Parent Structure capillary plexus
Latin Name capillary network of lung
FMA ID 264928

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the pulmonary capillary plexus?
A network of intersecting nerves (pulmonary capillary plexus) that coordinates signaling to and from structures in its anatomical distribution.
What body system is the pulmonary capillary plexus part of?
The pulmonary capillary plexus is part of the Cardiovascular.
What is the Latin name for the pulmonary capillary plexus?
The Latin name for the pulmonary capillary plexus is capillary network of lung.

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Data sources: Terminologia Anatomica, Foundational Model of Anatomy, Wikidata.