Hypogastric Plexus

A complex network of nerve fibers in the pelvic region. The hypogastric plexus distributes sympathetic fibers from the lumbar paravertebral ganglia and the aortic plexus, parasympathetic fibers from the pelvic nerve, and visceral afferents. The bilateral pelvic plexus is in its lateral extent.

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Tree Number(s): A08.800.050.050.400, A08.800.800.060.400

MeSH Unique ID: D007001

Entry Terms:

• Plexus, Hypogastric
• Pelvic Plexus
• Plexus, Pelvic

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Anatomy Category
Nervous System
Peripheral Nervous System
Autonomic Nervous System
Autonomic Pathways
Hypogastric Plexus

All MeSH Categories
Anatomy Category
Nervous System
Peripheral Nervous System
Peripheral Nerves
Autonomic Pathways
Hypogastric Plexus