About The Medical Condition Gasserian Ganglion

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Gasserian Ganglion

Gasserian Ganglion Medical Condition Defined & Explained
Gasserian Ganglion Medical Condition

What's The Definition Of The Medical Condition Gasserian Ganglion?

The semilunar-shaped ganglion containing the cells of origin of most of the sensory fibers of the trigeminal nerve. It is situated within the dural cleft on the cerebral surface of the petrous portion of the temporal bone and gives off the ophthalmic, maxillary, and part of the mandibular nerves.

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