Pneumogastric (Adjective)
Meaning 1
Of or relating to the vagus nerve.
Classification
Relational adjectives (pertainyms).
Examples
- The doctor specialized in the treatment of pneumogastric nerve disorders, which can affect swallowing and digestion.
- Stimulation of the pneumogastric nerve has been shown to slow the heart rate in patients with hypertension.
- In addition to regulating the digestive system, the pneumogastric nerve also plays a crucial role in respiratory function.
- Researchers are studying the role of the pneumogastric nerve in modulating inflammation in the gut.
- The surgeon carefully avoided damaging the pneumogastric nerve during the abdominal surgery to prevent any long-term complications.
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Meaning 2
Of or relating to or involving the lungs and stomach.
Classification
Relational adjectives (pertainyms).