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superior mesenteric ganglion

Term ID
UBERON:0005479
Synonyms
  • ganglion mesentericum superius
  • superior mesenteric ganglia
Definition
A ganglion in the upper part of the superior mesenteric plexus that is the synapsing point for one of the pre- and post-synaptic nerves of the sympathetic division of the autonomous nervous system. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Superior_mesenteric_ganglion
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