Anterior vagal trunk
| Anterior vagal trunk | |
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| Latin | Truncus vagalis anterior |
| TA | A14.2.01.174 |
| FMA | 6226 |
The anterior vagal trunk is a branch of the vagus nerve which contributes to the esophageal plexus. It consists primarily of fibers from the left vagus, but also contains a few fibers from the right vagus nerve.
Branches
- Hepatic branch which supply the liver.[1]
- Celiac branch which are small branches which provide parasympathetic innervation to the celiac plexus.
- Anterior gastric branches which supply the stomach.[1]
See also
References
External links
- thoraxlesson5 at The Anatomy Lesson by Wesley Norman (Georgetown University) (postmediastinumlevel2)
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