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petrosal nerve |
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petrosal nerve [pə′trō·səl ‚nərv] (neuroscience) Any of several small nerves passing through the petrous part of the temporal bone and usually attached to the geniculate ganglion. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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| During the 11th week (80 mm), the external petrosal nerve arises from the facial nerve distal to the geniculate ganglion and courses with a branch of the middle meningeal artery. |
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