The function of myenteric plexus is mainly
Correct Answer: Motor
Description: Enteric Nervous System (ENS)
Organized into ganglia interconnected by 2 plexuses:
— Outer myenteric (Auerbach's) plexus found along entire length of GI tract
— Inner submucosal (Meissner's) plexus located only in small and large intestine
ENS contains 100 million neurons and similar diversity of neurotransmitters as CNS
— Has interneurons, sensory, autonomic ganglia.
— Peristalsis is controlled by ENS
NOTE:
Myenteric plexus is primarily concerned with motor control of longitudinal and circular muscles.
Meissner plexus is mainly involved in intestinal secretions.
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