Hepatic plexus
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The hepatic plexus is a sympathetic and parasympathetic nerve plexus that provides innervation to the parenchyma of the liver as well as contributing innervation to some other abdominal structures.
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Hepatic plexus | |
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Latin | plexus hepaticus |
TA98 | A14.3.03.022 |
TA2 | 6697 |
FMA | 6632 |
Anatomical terms of neuroanatomy |
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Its sympathetic component is derived from the coeliac and superior mesenteric plexuses; its parasympathetic component is derived from the anterior and posterior vagal trunks.