Glossopharyngeal Nerve: Anatomy, Function, and Course - Lecture 9

Explore the intricacies of the glossopharyngeal nerve in this comprehensive 16-minute video tutorial. Delve into the nerve's scheme, functional components, nuclei, intracranial and extracranial courses, and various branches. Learn about its crucial role in transmitting sensory information from the throat, taste sensations, and saliva production, as well as its involvement in swallowing and speaking. Gain insights into the nerve's motor, sensory, and parasympathetic functions, and understand its complex anatomy through detailed explanations of its nuclei and pathways. Examine the tympanic nerve, carotid sinus nerve, lingual branches, stylopharyngeal branch, and pharyngeal branches. Benefit from visual aids created using Complete Anatomy, Biorender, and PowerPoint to enhance your understanding of this important cranial nerve.