adjective
- relating to or affecting the viscera or internal organs, especially those in the abdominal cavity
Usage: medical; anatomical
Examples
- The splanchnic nerves control digestive functions.
- Splanchnic blood flow decreases during intense exercise.
- The surgeon examined the splanchnic vessels carefully.
- Splanchnic circulation involves the stomach, liver, and intestines.
- The patient experienced splanchnic pain after the procedure.
- Splanchnic nerve blocks can provide pain relief for certain conditions.