tympanic plexus (C1)
noun phrase
Pronunciation: /tɪmˈpænɪk ˈplɛksəs/
Definition
A network of nerve fibers located in the tympanic cavity, responsible for innervating the mucous membranes and transmitting sensory information from the middle ear.
Examples
The tympanic plexus is formed by the union of the tympanic branch of the glossopharyngeal nerve and the caroticotympanic nerve.
Damage to the tympanic plexus can result in impaired hearing and balance.
How to Use tympanic plexus
- tympanic plexus damage (noun phrase)
- injury to the nerve network in the middle ear — "Tympanic plexus damage can result in impaired hearing and balance."
- tympanic plexus surgery (noun phrase)
- surgical procedure to repair or remove the nerve network in the middle ear — "The surgeon performed a tympanic plexus surgery to repair the damaged nerve fibers."
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