solar plexus

n.1. The large network of sympathetic nerves and ganglia located in the peritoneal cavity behind the stomach and having branching tracts that supply nerves to the abdominal viscera.2. The pit of the stomach.

[From its radially branching ganglia.]

solar plexus

n 1. (Anatomy) anatomy Also called: coeliac plexus the network of sympathetic nerves situated behind the stomach that supply the abdominal organs 2. (Anatomy) (not in technical usage) the part of the stomach beneath the diaphragm; pit of the stomach [C18: referring to resemblance between the radial network of nerves and ganglia and the rays of the sun]

so′lar plex′us

n. 1. a network of nerves at the upper part of the abdomen, behind the stomach and in front of the aorta. 2. a point on the stomach wall just below the sternum where a blow will affect this network. [1765–75; from the raylike pattern of the nerve fibers]

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Noun

solar plexus - a large plexus of sympathetic nerves in the abdomen behind the stomachabdominal nerve plexus, coeliac plexus, plexus celiacusnerve plexus - a network of intersecting nervessympathetic nervous system - originates in the thoracic regions of the spinal cord; opposes physiological effects of the parasympathetic: reduces digestive secretions; speeds the heart; contracts blood vessels

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plesso solare

solar plexus

solar plexus,

dense cluster of nerve cells and supporting tissue, located behind the stomach in the region of the celiac artery just below the diaphragm. It is also known as the celiac plexus. Rich in ganglia and interconnected neurons, the solar plexus is the largest autonomic nerve center in the abdominal cavity (see nervous systemnervous system,
network of specialized tissue that controls actions and reactions of the body and its adjustment to the environment. Virtually all members of the animal kingdom have at least a rudimentary nervous system.
..... Click the link for more information. ). Through branches it controls many vital functions such as adrenal secretion and intestinal contraction. Popularly, the term "solar plexus" may refer to the pit of the stomach. A blow to that area, if it penetrates to the true solar plexus, not only causes great pain but may also temporarily halt visceral functioning.

Solar Plexus

(also celiac plexus), in humans, the aggregate of neural elements concentrated in the abdominal cavity at the origins of the celiac and superior mesenteric arteries. The solar plexus includes the paired celiac ganglia, the unpaired superior mesenteric ganglion, and numerous nerves that run from the ganglia in various directions in a manner resembling the sun’s rays (whence the name). The ganglia of the solar plexus consist of nerve cells with many processes. The branches of the preganglionic fibers, which pass without interruption through the ganglia of the neighboring sympathetic trunk, terminate in synapses on the bodies and processes of the nerve cells. In addition to sensory and parasympathetic fibers, the nerves of the solar plexus contain many postganglionic sympathetic fibers, which are processes of the ganglion cells of the solar plexus and which innervate the glands and musculature of the vessels of the diaphragm, gastrointestinal tract, spleen, kidneys, adrenals, and other organs.

What does it mean when you dream about the solar plexus?

This is the area of the body that is also known as the psychic brain center. Here is the source of all those deep feelings and empathic experiences.

solar plexus

1. Anatomy the network of sympathetic nerves situated behind the stomach that supply the abdominal organs 2. the part of the stomach beneath the diaphragm; pit of the stomach

solar plexus

a network of ganglia and nerves in the center of the abdomen, part of the autonomic nervous system and important in control of function of the liver, stomach, kidneys, and adrenal glands. A blow to it may cause great pain or render a person unconscious, because the organs are momentarily thrown out of gear. Although the plexus recovers quickly from this, its effects on the body as a whole last longer. Called also celiac plexus.

ce·li·ac (nerve) plex·us

[TA] the most substantial, superior portion of the abdominal aortic plexus lying anterior to the aorta at the level of origin of the celiac trunk (vertebral level T-12); the celiac ganglia lie within the plexus; it is formed by contributions from the greater splanchnic and vagus (especially the posterior or right vagus) nerves and communicating branches to and from the superior mesenteric and renal plexuses and ganglia; most sympathetic, parasympathetic and visceral afferent fibers serving the abdominal viscera pass through this plexus. Synonym(s): plexus coeliacus [TA], plexus (nervosus) celiacus [TA], solar plexus

solar plexus

ce·li·ac

(sē'lē-ak) Relating to the abdominal cavity.
Synonym(s): coeliac. [G. koilia, belly]

solar plexus

A large network of autonomic nerves situated behind the stomach, around the coeliac artery. It incorporates branches of the VAGUS NERVE and the splanchnic nerves and sends branches to most of the abdominal organs. Also known as the coeliac plexus. The term derives from the sun-like appearance of the radiating branches.

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What does it mean when you dream about the solar plexus?

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noun a large plexus of sympathetic nerves in the abdomen behind the stomach

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