Plexus Sacralis (Noun)
Meaning
A nerve plexus formed by the 4th and 5th lumbar and 1st, 2nd, 3rd sacral nerves; supplies the pelvic region and lower limbs.
Classification
Nouns denoting body parts.
Examples
- The sacral plexus provides the primary nerve supply for the lower back, pelvic area, and lower limbs.
- During surgery, surgeons take care not to damage the sacral plexus in order to preserve normal pelvic function.
- Radiologists and doctors must pay attention to images showing injuries affecting the sacral plexus for appropriate patient diagnosis and care.
- Electromyography of muscles controlled by the sacral plexus may indicate plexopathy when exhibiting atrophy, as they tend to experience partial nerve conduction losses and blocks.
- Knowledge of sacral plexus functions in medicine assists surgeons when correcting musculoskeletal trauma associated with serious sports accidents and those which caused lumbosacral issues in war zones.