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cardiac plexus

/ˈkɑːrdiæk ˈplɛksəs/

Tradução: Rede de nervos localizada na base do coração que regula a frequência cardíaca e a função cardíaca, sendo parte do sistema nervoso autônomo.

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/ˈkɑːrdiæk ˈplɛksəs/C1formalmedical
  • ptRede de nervos localizada na base do coração que regula a frequência cardíaca e a função cardíaca, sendo parte do sistema nervoso autônomo.

A network of nerves located near the base of the heart that regulates heart rate and cardiac function, part of the autonomic nervous system.

  1. Nerve network of the heartC2formal

    A complex network of nerves located near the base of the heart that helps regulate heart rate and function.

    ptPlexo cardíaco

    • The cardiac plexus is responsible for transmitting autonomic signals to the heart.
    • Damage to the cardiac plexus can cause arrhythmias.
    • Surgeons must be careful not to disturb the cardiac plexus during heart operations.