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solitary tract nuclear complex

Term ID
UBERON:0002126
Synonyms
  • nuclei of solitary tract
  • solitary nuclei
Definition
The solitary tract and nucleus are structures in the brainstem that carry and receive visceral sensation and taste from the facial (VII), glossopharyngeal (IX) and vagus (X) cranial nerves. [WP,unvetted]. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nucleus_of_tractus_solitarius
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