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      • The vagus nerve, also known as the vagal nerves, are the main nerves of your parasympathetic nervous system. This system controls specific body functions such as your digestion, heart rate and immune system. These functions are involuntary, meaning you can’t consciously control them.
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      Vagus Nerve: What It Is, Function, Location & Conditions

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    Oct 30, 2023 · This article describes the anatomy, function, development, branches, and clinical aspects of the vagus nerve. Learn this topic now at Kenhub!

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  5. teachmeanatomy.info › head › cranial-nervesThe Vagus Nerve (CN X) - Course - Functions - TeachMeAnatomy

    Oct 7, 2023 · The vagus nerve provides parasympathetic innervation to the majority of the abdominal organs. It sends branches to the oesophagus, stomach and most of the intestinal tract – up to the splenic flexure of the large colon. The function of the vagus nerve is to stimulate smooth muscle contraction and glandular secretions in these organs.

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  6. anatomy.co.uk › vagus-nerveVagus nerve - Structure, Location, Function, Anatomy, Diagram

    Sep 23, 2023 · The vagus nerve, also known as the tenth cranial nerve (CN X), is one of the most complex and multifunctional nerves in the body. It is primarily a mixed nerve, meaning it contains both motor and sensory fibers, and has a significant role in the autonomic nervous system.

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  8. www.verywellhealth.com › vagus-nerve-anatomy-1746123The Vagus Nerve: Anatomy and Function - Verywell Health

    Aug 18, 2023 · The vagus nerve, also known as the tenth cranial nerve or cranial nerve X, is a long nerve that originates in the brain stem and extends through the neck and into the chest and abdomen. It is tasked with regulating critical body functions such as heart rate, blood pressure, breathing, and digestion.

  9. biologydictionary.net › vagus-nerveVagus Nerve - The Definitive Guide - Biology Dictionary

    May 27, 2020 · Definition. The vagus nerve is a mixed sensory and motor nerve with many functions that include immune response, heart rate, digestion, and mood control.

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    The vagus nerve is the tenth cranial nerve (CN X) and is the longest mixed cranial nerve. Although we refer to the vagus nerve as singular, it's actually a pair of nerves that emerge from the left and right side of the medulla oblongata portion of the brain stem.

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    The vagus nerve: Everything you need to know - BBC Science Focus Magazine.