Ganglionic
Ganglionic
Ganglionic (pronunciation: gan-glee-on-ic) is an adjective that pertains to a ganglion or ganglia.
Etymology
The term "ganglionic" is derived from the Greek word "ganglion," which means "knot" or "swelling." It was first used in the English language in the 18th century to describe a mass of nerve tissue outside the central nervous system.
Definition
Ganglionic refers to anything related to a ganglion. A ganglion is a structure containing a number of nerve cell bodies, typically linked by synapses, and often forming a swelling on a nerve fiber.
Related Terms
- Ganglion: A structure containing a number of nerve cell bodies, typically linked by synapses, and often forming a swelling on a nerve fiber.
- Ganglion cell: A type of neuron located in the retina that receives visual information from photoreceptors via various intermediate cells such as bipolar cells, amacrine cells, and horizontal cells.
- Ganglion cyst: A noncancerous lump, often on the tendons or joints of wrists and hands. It looks and feels like a smooth, soft lump under the skin. It is made up of a thick, jelly-like fluid, similar to the fluid that lubricates your joints.
- Ganglioneuroma: A rare, benign tumor that originates from nerve cells and is most commonly found in the adrenal glands, retroperitoneum, and posterior mediastinum.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Ganglionic
- Wikipedia's article - Ganglionic
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