Ganglionic

Ganglionic refers to the pertaining or relating 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.

Definition

Ganglionic, in medical terms, is used to describe anything that is related to a ganglion. A ganglion is a group of nerve cells that form a nerve center, usually located outside the brain and spinal cord. Ganglions can be found in various parts of the body and are responsible for transmitting nerve impulses.

Types of Ganglions

There are several types of ganglions in the human body, including:

• Dorsal root ganglion: This is a cluster of nerve cell bodies (a ganglion) in a dorsal root of a spinal nerve. The dorsal root ganglion contains the cell bodies of nerve cells (neurons) that bring information from the periphery to the spinal cord.
• Autonomic ganglion: These are clusters of nerve cell bodies in the autonomic nervous system. They transmit nerve impulses to smooth muscles, cardiac muscle, and glands.
• Basal ganglia: These are a group of structures in the brain that are involved in various processes, including motor control and learning.

Ganglionic Disorders

There are several disorders that can affect the ganglions, including:

• Ganglion cyst: This is a noncancerous lump, often on the hand or wrist. Ganglion cysts can also appear on feet, ankles, knees, or shoulders. A ganglion cyst might appear suddenly, grow slowly, and vary in size.
• Ganglioneuroma: This is a rare, benign tumor that originates from nerve cells and is most commonly found in the adrenal glands.

Treatment

Treatment for ganglionic disorders depends on the specific disorder and may include medication, physical therapy, or surgery. For example, a ganglion cyst might not need treatment if it's not causing any symptoms, but it can be removed surgically if it's painful or causing other problems.

See Also

• Nervous system
• Neuron
• Nerve fiber
• Synapse

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