vagus
Americannoun
plural
vaginoun
Etymology
Origin of vagus
1830–40; < Latin: wandering
Example Sentences
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Unlike earlier versions of vagus nerve stimulation, which required surgery to implant a device, this treatment is non-invasive and can be used at home.
From BBC
She also found increased expression of serotonin receptors, which help transmit signals from the gut to the brain through the vagus nerve, strengthening communication along the gut-brain axis.
From Science Daily
The researchers found that a device designed to stimulate the vagus nerve was linked to sustained improvements in depressive symptoms, daily functioning, and overall quality of life.
From Science Daily
If there's one nerve you want to touch in 2026 - it's the vagus nerve.
From BBC
New research suggests that one of the most important keys to a healthier and more youthful heart may be the vagus nerve.
From Science Daily
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