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Meaning of PHRENIC NERVE

 
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 Definition: 
[n]  one of a pair of nerves that arises from cervical spinal roots and passes down the thorax to innervate the diaphragm and control breathing
 
 Synonyms: nervus phrenicus
 
 See Also: nervus spinalis, spinal nerve

 

 

 

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