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nucleus solitarius
Subject h. nucleus solitarius Subject h. Solitary Nucleus Entry terms jadro solitérne
nuclei tractus solitariiEnglish X references Nucleus Solitarius Scope note in English GRAY MATTER located in the dorsomedial part of the MEDULLA OBLONGATA associated with the solitary tract. The solitary nucleus receives inputs from most organ systems including the terminations of the facial, glossopharyngeal, and vagus nerves. It is a major coordinator of AUTONOMIC NERVOUS SYSTEM regulation of cardiovascular, respiratory, gustatory, gastrointestinal, and chemoreceptive aspects of HOMEOSTASIS. The solitary nucleus is also notable for the large number of NEUROTRANSMITTERS which are found therein. subject heading
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