Nerve plexus

Definition

A nerve plexus is a complex network of interconnecting nerve fibers that can be found in various regions throughout the body. These networks are responsible for distributing sensory and motor information to and from specific body parts.

Related terms

Peripheral Nervous System:

The part of the nervous system that consists of nerves and ganglia outside of the brain and spinal cord.

Spinal Nerves:

Nerves that emerge directly from the spine and are part of the peripheral nervous system, carrying motor, sensory, and autonomic signals between the spinal cord and the body.

Autonomic Nervous System:

A component of the peripheral nervous system that controls involuntary functions such as heartbeat, digestion, and breathing