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hypoglossal nerve |
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hypoglossal nerve [¦hī·pə¦gläs·əl ′nərv] (neuroscience) The twelfth cranial nerve; a paired motor nerve in tetrapod vertebrates innervating tongue muscles; corresponds to the hypobranchial nerve in fishes. 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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In fact, we noted marginal improvements in his spinal accessory and hypoglossal nerve function, and we were able to remove his tracheotomy and jejunotomy tubes. Growth of the hypoglossal canals in the human lineage may have accompanied a thickening of the hypoglossal nerve to coordinate tongue movements needed for speaking, Kay's group theorized. Patent number 5,707,349 for a method of reducing tongue tissue, without damaging the hypoglossal nerve, in order to treat upper airway obstructions. |
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