Plexus

A branching network; chiefly of nerves, lymphatics, or veins.


Network, usually said of veins or vascular bundles.


A network of either nerves, blood vessels, or lymphatic vessels.


Network of intersecting nerves, blood vessels, or lymph vessels (e.g., brachial plexus).


A tightly organized network of veins, lymphatic vessels, or nerves. For example, the brachial plexus refers to a series of closely spaced nerves that  originate from the spine in the neck, travel under the collarbone, and radiate into the chest wall and arm.


A network of nerves or vessels for example, the brachial and sacral plexuses of nerves and the choroid plexus of veins within the brain.


An intricate mesh of intertwined nerves or blood vessels is known as a plexus. Illustrations of this concept include the solar plexus, a vast network of nerves situated behind the stomach, and the brachial plexus, a nerve network found in the neck and upper arm.


A web-like arrangement of interconnected nerves, blood vessels, or lymphatic vessels.


 

 


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