pterygoid plexus

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Noun pterygoid plexus has 1 sense

pterygoid plexus - a plexus of veins draining the region of the pterygoid muscles and draining into the internal maxillary and anterior facial veins
--₁ is a kind of plexus, rete

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Pterygoid Plexus

Noun: The pterygoid plexus is a venous network located in the pterygopalatine fossa, behind the maxilla bone of the skull. It is formed by the convergence of several veins and serves as a major communication pathway for blood flow in the face.

Example sentences:

The pterygoid plexus is closely associated with the maxillary artery.
In some medical conditions, dilation of the veins in the pterygoid plexus may lead to facial pain.
During surgery, careful dissection is required to avoid damage to the pterygoid plexus.