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autonomic nerve

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UBERON:0034728
Synonyms
  • nervus visceralis
  • visceral nerve
Definition
The splanchnic nerves are paired nerves that contribute to the innervation of the viscera, carrying fibers of the autonomic nervous system as well as sensory fibers from the organs. All carry sympathetic fibers except for the pelvic splanchnic nerves, which carry parasympathetic fibers. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Splanchnic_nerves
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