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What is the medical term meaning downward displacement of the spleen?
The medical terminology combining form for diaphragm is phren-. Diaphragm is a medical term.
What is another name for phrenic?
Phrenic is a modifier (or sometimes a suffix) derived from the Greek, meaning mind (or of the mind, related to the mind).
What nerve innervates the diaphragm causing it to contract?
Phrenic
What vein supplies the diaphragm?
I BELIEVE THE CORRECT ANSWER IS THE PHRENIC .
What is the major nerve stimulating the diaphragm?
While reading " Structure and Function of the Human Body" I believe the correct answer is the phrenic nerve. Hope this helps. the nerve that stimulates is the phrenic nerve but it arises from the cervical plexus
How do you spell phrenic?
That is the correct spelling of the adjective "phrenic" (of the mind, also a major nerve).
What are the release dates for Phrenic - 2013?
Phrenic - 2013 was released on: USA: August 2013
What nerve stimulates the diaphragm?
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What nerve carries impulses to the diaphragm?
The phrenic nerve carries impulses to the diaphragm, controlling its movement and function. It originates from the cervical spine (C3-C5) and plays a crucial role in regulating breathing by stimulating the diaphragm to contract during inspiration.
How would damage to the phrenic nerve affect breathing?
Damage to the phrenic nerve can lead to weakened or paralyzed diaphragm muscle function, which is essential for breathing. This can result in difficulty in taking deep breaths, leading to shortness of breath and respiratory distress. Treatment may involve respiratory support or surgical intervention to repair the nerve damage.
Is the phrenic nerve a mixed nerve?
Yes, the phrenic nerve is a mixed nerve. It contains both motor and sensory fibers. The phrenic nerve plays a crucial role in controlling the diaphragm, the main muscle involved in breathing.
Supplies the diaphragm?
Phrenic vein
