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plexus any complex network of nerves, blood vessels, or lymphatic vessels plexus [′plek·səs] (anatomy) A network of interlacing nerves or anastomosing vessels. (geology) An area on a subglacial deposit that encloses a giant's kettle.
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| It replicates the action of venous plexus in the foot, which is especially valuable for patients who cannot ambulate. Epidural venous plexus enlargements presenting with radiculopathy and back pain in patients with inferior vena cava obstruction or occlusion. Although the pharyngovertebral venous plexus provides a pathway for infection and inflammatory mediators to reach the cervical ligaments, no other evidence supports ligamentous weakening or laxity induced by inflammation. |
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