Definition of Abducens nerve

1. Noun. A small motor nerve supplying the lateral rectus muscle of the eye.

Exact synonyms: Abducens, Abducent, Abducent Nerve, Nervus Abducens, Sixth Cranial Nerve
Generic synonyms: Cranial Nerve

Medical Definition of Abducens nerve

1. The 6th cranial nerve. The abducens nerve originates in the abducens nucleus of the pons and sends motor fibres to the lateral rectus muscles of the eye. Damage to the nerve or its nucleus disrupts horizontal eye movement control. (12 Dec 1998)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Abducens Nerve

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