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nerve: see nervous system nervous system, network of specialized tissue that controls actions and reactions of the body and its adjustment to the environment. Virtually all members of the animal kingdom have at least a rudimentary nervous system. ..... Click the link for more information. . 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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