Salivation - Salivary Glands: Parotid, Submandibular, Sublingual - GI Physiology
Offered By: Medicosis Perfectionalis via YouTube
Course Description
Overview
Explore the intricacies of salivation and salivary glands in this comprehensive gastrointestinal physiology lecture. Delve into the structure and function of major salivary glands, including the parotid, submandibular, and sublingual glands. Learn about the neural control mechanisms involving the otic ganglion, submandibular ganglion, chorda tympani, and facial and glossopharyngeal cranial nerves. Discover the essential functions of saliva, understand the control of the gastrointestinal tract, and examine conditions such as dry mouth and acute pancreatitis. Gain valuable insights into this crucial aspect of human physiology through detailed explanations and visual aids.
Syllabus
Intro
Control of GI tract
Functions of saliva
Review
Dry mouth
Acute pancreatitis
Taught by
Medicosis Perfectionalis
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