Enteric Nervous System

Question 1

What is the enteric nervous system referred as?

Answer 1

2nd brain

Question 2

What is the enteric nervous system?

Answer 2

regional system of nerves specific to the gut and is semi-independent of the CNS

Question 3

What is the submucosal plexus?

Answer 3

postganglionic fibers that supply muscularis mucosae and mucus secreting glands

Question 4

What is the myenteric plexus?

Answer 4

postganglionic fibers that supply these smooth muscle layers and stimulate peristalsis

Question 5

What is peristalsis?

Answer 5

propulsive movement of the gut

Question 6

When does reverse peristalsis occur?

Answer 6

vomiting