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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
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