HealthAugust 27, 2026

vagus

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Definition

Refers to the vagus nerve, a major cranial nerve that controls parasympathetic functions like relaxation, heart rate, and digestion.

Etymology

Derived from the Latin word 'vagus', meaning 'wandering'. It was named for this nerve because it 'wanders' from the brainstem throughout the chest and abdomen to reach various organs.

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