THORAX ABDOMEN AND PELVIS

MEDICAL

NERVES

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
A network of spinal nerves
A
roots
B
plexus
C
cauda equina
D
CNS
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The term plexus refers to a “web” of nerves that is created just lateral to where T12-L5 exit the spinal cord via intervertebral foramina. The plexus exists bilaterally and allows nerves to combine with different levels to create multiple functioning nerves that serve to innervate various structures.

Detailed explanation-2: -Nerve Junction Boxes: The Plexuses The cervical plexus provides nerve connections to the head, neck, and shoulder. The brachial plexus provides connections to the chest, shoulders, upper arms, forearms, and hands. The lumbar plexus provides connections to the back, abdomen, groin, thighs, knees, and calves.

Detailed explanation-3: -Cervical plexus. Brachial plexus. Lumbar plexus. Sacral plexus. Coccygeal plexus.

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