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depressor nerve of Ludwig (medicine)


depressor nerve of Ludwig -->
aortic nerve
<anatomy, nerve> A branch of the vagus which ends in the aortic arch and base of the heart; composed entirely of afferent fibres; its stimulation elicits a brainstem reflex which causes slowing of the heart, dilation of the peripheral vessels, and a fall in blood pressure.

Synonym: Cyon's nerve, depressor nerve of Ludwig, Ludwig's nerve.