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Vagal communicating branch of accessory nerve
Ramus communicans vagalis nervi accessorii
- Latin synonym: Ramus internus nervi accessorius
- Synonym: Internal branch of accessory nerve
- Related terms: Internal branch
Definition
The internal branch of the accessory nerve is composed by the united fibers of the cranial root that join the vagus nerve.
References
Text by Antoine Micheau, MD - Copyright IMAIOS
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