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The Nervous System: 
Autonomic Nervous 
System 
PowerPoint® Lecture Presentations prepared by 
Steven Bassett 
Southeast Community College 
Lincoln, Nebraska
Introduction 
• The autonomic nervous system functions 
outside of our conscious awareness 
• The autonomic nervous system makes 
routine adjustments in our body’s systems 
• The autonomic nervous system: 
• Regulates body temperature 
• Coordinates cardiovascular, respiratory, 
digestive, excretory, and reproductive 
functions 
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A Comparison of the Somatic and Autonomic 
Nervous Systems 
• Autonomic nervous system 
• Axons innervate the visceral organs 
• Has afferent and efferent neurons 
• Afferent pathways originate in the visceral receptors 
• Somatic nervous system 
• Axons innervate the skeletal muscles 
• Has afferent and efferent neurons 
• Afferent pathways originate in the skeletal muscles 
ANIMATION The Organization of the Somatic and 
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Autonomic Nervous Systems
Subdivisions of the ANS 
• The autonomic nervous system differs from the somatic 
nervous system in the arrangement of the neurons connecting 
the central nervous system to the effector organs. 
• Visceral motor neurons in the CNS, known as preganglionic 
neurons, send their axons, called preganglionic fibers, to 
synapse on ganglionic neurons, whose cell bodies are located 
outside the CNS, in autonomic ganglia. 
• Axons from the ganglionic neurons are called postganglionic 
fibers because they carry impulses away from the ganglion. 
• Postganglionic fibers innervate peripheral tissues and organs, 
such as cardiac and smooth muscle, adipose tissue, and 
glands. 
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Figure 17.1b Components and Anatomic Subdivisions of the ANS (Part 1 of 2) 
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AUTONOMIC NERVOUS SYSTEM 
THORACOLUMBAR DIVISION 
Thoracic 
nerves 
T1 
T2 
T3 
T4 
T5 
T6 
T7 
T8 
Anatomical subdivisions. At the thoracic and lumbar 
levels, the visceral efferent fibers that emerge form the 
sympathetic division, detailed in Figure 17.4. At the 
cranial and sacral levels, the visceral efferent fibers 
from the CNS form the parasympathetic division, 
detailed in Figure 17.8. 
(sympathetic 
division of ANS) 
CRANIOSACRAL DIVISION 
(parasympathetic 
division of ANS) 
Cranial nerves 
(N III, N VII, N IX, 
and N X)
Figure 17.1b Components and Anatomic Subdivisions of the ANS (Part 2 of 2) 
Thoracic 
nerves 
nerves (L1, L2 only) 
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Sacral 
nerves 
(S2, S3, S4 only) 
Lumbar 
T9 
T10 
T11 
T12 
L1 
L2 
L3 
L4 
L5 
S1 
S2 
S3 
S4 
S5 
Anatomical subdivisions. At the thoracic and lumbar 
levels, the visceral efferent fibers that emerge form the 
sympathetic division, detailed in Figure 17.4. At the 
cranial and sacral levels, the visceral efferent fibers 
from the CNS form the parasympathetic division, 
detailed in Figure 17.8.
Subdivisions of the ANS 
• Sympathetic division 
• Thoracic and upper lumbar nerves synapse in ganglia 
near the spinal cord 
• Sympathetic activation results in: 
• Increased metabolism and alertness 
• Generally kicks in during times of exertion, stress, or 
emergency 
• Parasympathetic division 
• Synapses are located near the target organ 
• Parasympathetic activation results in: 
• Energy conservation 
• Generally predominant under resting conditions 
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Figure 17.1a Components and Anatomic Subdivisions of the ANS 
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AUTONOMIC NERVOUS SYSTEM 
Consists of 2 divisions 
SYMPATHETIC 
(thoracolumbar) 
DIVISION 
PARASYMPATHETIC 
(craniosacral) 
DIVISION 
Preganglionic 
neurons in 
lateral gray horns of 
spinal segments T1–L2 
Preganglionic 
neurons in brain 
stem and in lateral 
portion of anterior 
gray horns of S2–S4 
Send preganglionic 
fibers to 
Which send postganglionic 
fibers to 
Ganglia near 
spinal cord 
Ganglia in or 
near target organs 
Preganglionic fibers 
release ACh (excitatory), 
stimulating 
ganglionic neurons 
Preganglionic fibers 
release ACh (excitatory), 
stimulating 
ganglionic neurons 
Target organs Target organs 
Most postganglionic 
fibers release NE at 
neuroeffector junctions 
All postganglionic fibers 
release ACh at 
neuroeffector junctions 
“Fight or flight” 
response 
“Rest and repose” 
response 
Functional components of the ANS
The Sympathetic Division 
• Sympathetic division consists of: 
• Preganglionic neurons between T1 and L2 
• Two types of ganglionic neurons near the 
vertebral columns: sympathetic chain 
ganglia (lateral to the vertebral column) and 
collateral ganglia (anterior to the vertebral 
column) 
• Specialized neurons in the interior of the 
suprarenal gland 
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The Sympathetic Division 
• Sympathetic division 
• Preganglionic neurons 
• Cell bodies are in the lateral gray horns 
• Axons enter the ventral roots 
• Sympathetic chain ganglia (paravertebral 
ganglia) 
• Control effectors in the body wall, head, neck, 
limbs, and thoracic cavity 
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The Sympathetic Division 
•Sympathetic division 
• Collateral ganglia (prevertebral ganglia) 
• Neurons innervate effectors in the abdominopelvic 
cavity 
• Specialized neurons 
• Modified sympathetic ganglion in the suprarenal 
gland 
• Neurons release neurotransmitters that act like 
hormones 
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Figure 17.2 Organization of the Sympathetic Division of the ANS 
Lateral gray 
horns of spinal 
segments 
T1–L2 
Preganglionic fibers 
Postganglionic fibers 
Hormones released 
into circulation 
KEY 
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Sympathetic 
chain ganglia 
(paired) 
Collateral 
ganglia 
(unpaired) 
Suprarenal 
medullae 
(paired) 
Preganglionic 
Neurons 
Ganglionic Neurons 
Innervation by 
postganglionic 
fibers 
Through release of 
hormones into 
the circulation 
Target Organs 
Visceral effectors 
in thoracic cavity, 
head, body wall, 
and limbs 
Visceral effectors 
in abdominopelvic 
cavity 
Organs and systems 
throughout body 
Sympathetic Division of ANS
Figure 17.3a Sympathetic Pathways and Their General Functions 
Spinal nerve Preganglionic 
Autonomic ganglion 
of left sympathetic chain 
Sympathetic nerve 
(postganglionic 
fibers) 
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Sympathetic Chain Ganglia 
KEY 
Preganglionic neurons 
Ganglionic neurons 
Innervates visceral 
organs in thoracic 
cavity via 
sympathetic nerves 
neuron 
Autonomic ganglion of 
right sympathetic chain 
Innervates 
visceral 
effectors via 
spinal nerves 
White 
ramus 
Ganglionic 
neuron 
Gray ramus 
Major effects produced by sympathetic postganglionic 
fibers in spinal nerves: 
• Constriction of cutaneous blood vessels, reduction 
in circulation to the skin and to most other organs in 
the body wall 
• Acceleration of blood flow to skeletal muscles 
and brain 
• Stimulation of energy production and use by skeletal 
muscle tissue 
• Release of stored lipids from subcutaneous 
adipose tissue 
• Stimulation of secretion by sweat glands 
• Stimulation of arrector pili 
• Dilation of the pupils and focusing for distant objects 
Major effects produced by postganglionic fibers 
entering the thoracic cavity in sympathetic nerves: 
• Acceleration of heart rate and increasing the 
strength of cardiac contractions 
• Dilation of respiratory passageways
Figure 17.4 Anatomical Distribution of Sympathetic Postganglionic Fibers 
Superior 
Middle 
Inferior 
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PONS 
Cervical 
sympathetic 
ganglia 
Gray rami to 
spinal nerves 
Greater 
splanchnic 
nerve 
Superior 
mesenteric 
ganglion 
Sympathetic nerves 
Cardiac and 
pulmonary 
plexuses 
Celiac ganglion 
T1 T1 
T2 T2 
T3 T3 
T4 T4 
T5 T5 
T6 T6 
T7 T7 
T8 T8 
T9 T9 
T10 T10 
T11 T11 
T12 T12 
L1 L1 
L2 L2 
L3 L3 
L4 L4 
L5 L5 S1 S1 S2 S2 
S3 S3 S4 S4 S5 S5 
Postganglionic fibers 
to spinal nerves 
(innervating skin, blood 
vessels, sweat glands, 
arrector pili muscles, 
adipose tissue) 
Sympathetic 
chain ganglia 
Spinal cord 
Coccygeal 
ganglia (Co1) 
fused together 
(ganglion impar) 
Preganglionic neurons 
Ganglionic neurons 
KEY 
Lesser 
splanchnic 
nerve 
Lumbar 
splanchnic nerves Inferior 
Sacral 
splanchnic 
nerves 
Uterus Ovary 
mesenteric 
ganglion 
Penis Scrotum Urinary bladder 
Heart 
Lung 
Liver and 
gallbladder 
Stomach 
Spleen 
Pancreas 
Large intestine 
Small intestine 
Suprarenal 
medulla 
Kidney 
Eye 
Salivary 
glands
Figure 17.3b Sympathetic Pathways and Their General Functions 
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Collateral Ganglia 
Lateral gray horn 
White 
ramus 
Collateral 
Postganglionic ganglion 
fibers 
Splanchnic nerve 
(preganglionic 
fibers) 
Innervates 
visceral organs in 
abdominopelvic 
cavity 
Major effects produced by preganglionic fibers 
innervating the collateral ganglia: 
• Constriction of small arteries and reduction in the 
flow of blood to visceral organs 
• Decrease in the activity of digestive glands and 
organs 
• Stimulation of the release of glucose from glycogen 
reserves in the liver 
• Stimulation of the release of lipids from adipose 
tissue 
• Relaxation of the smooth muscle in the wall of the 
urinary bladder 
• Reduction of the rate of urine formation at the 
kidneys 
• Control of some aspects of sexual function, such as 
ejaculation in males
Figure 17.3c Sympathetic Pathways and Their General Functions 
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The Suprarenal Medullae 
Secretes 
neurotransmitters 
into general 
circulation 
Suprarenal 
medullae 
Preganglionic fibers 
Endocrine cells 
(specialized ganglionic 
neurons) 
Major effect produced by preganglionic fibers 
innervating the suprarenal medullae: 
• Release of epinephrine and norepinephrine into 
the general circulation
Figure 17.5a Suprarenal Medulla 
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Relationship of a suprarenal gland to a kidney 
Cortex 
Medulla 
Suprarenal 
gland 
Right 
kidney
The Sympathetic Division 
• In summary: 
• The sympathetic division of the ANS includes two sympathetic chains, 
three collateral ganglia, and two suprarenal medullae. 
• Preganglionic fibers are short because the ganglia are close to the spinal 
cord. 
• The postganglionic fibers of the sympathetic system are relatively longer 
than those of the parasympathetic system. 
• The sympathetic division shows extensive divergence. 
• All preganglionic neurons release ACh at their synapses with ganglionic 
neurons. 
• The effector response depends on the function of the membrane receptor 
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Figure 17.6 Sympathetic Postganglionic Nerve Endings 
Preganglionic fiber 
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(myelinated) 
Ganglionic 
neuron 
Ganglion 
Postganglionic fiber 
(unmyelinated) 
Varicosities 
Mitochondrion 
Vesicles containing 
norepinephrine 
5 mm 
Schwann cell 
cytoplasm 
Smooth muscle cells Varicosities
Figure 17.4 Anatomical Distribution of Sympathetic Postganglionic Fibers 
Superior 
Middle 
Inferior 
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PONS 
Cervical 
sympathetic 
ganglia 
Gray rami to 
spinal nerves 
Greater 
splanchnic 
nerve 
Superior 
mesenteric 
ganglion 
Sympathetic nerves 
Cardiac and 
pulmonary 
plexuses 
Celiac ganglion 
T1 T1 
T2 T2 
T3 T3 
T4 T4 
T5 T5 
T6 T6 
T7 T7 
T8 T8 
T9 T9 
T10 T10 
T11 T11 
T12 T12 
L1 L1 
L2 L2 
L3 L3 
L4 L4 
L5 L5 S1 S1 S2 S2 
S3 S3 S4 S4 S5 S5 
Postganglionic fibers 
to spinal nerves 
(innervating skin, blood 
vessels, sweat glands, 
arrector pili muscles, 
adipose tissue) 
Sympathetic 
chain ganglia 
Spinal cord 
Coccygeal 
ganglia (Co1) 
fused together 
(ganglion impar) 
Preganglionic neurons 
Ganglionic neurons 
KEY 
Lesser 
splanchnic 
nerve 
Lumbar 
splanchnic nerves Inferior 
Sacral 
splanchnic 
nerves 
Uterus Ovary 
mesenteric 
ganglion 
Penis Scrotum Urinary bladder 
Heart 
Lung 
Liver and 
gallbladder 
Stomach 
Spleen 
Pancreas 
Large intestine 
Small intestine 
Suprarenal 
medulla 
Kidney 
Eye 
Salivary 
glands
The Parasympathetic Division 
• Parasympathetic Division 
• Preganglionic neurons are in the brain stem and 
sacral segments 
• Preganglionic neurons do not diverge as much 
as the sympathetic division 
• Therefore, the parasympathetic division is more 
localized and specific as compared to the 
sympathetic division 
• Postganglionic neurons are near (terminal) the 
target organ or within (intramural) the target 
organ 
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Figure 17.7 Organization of the Parasympathetic Division of the ANS 
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Parasympathetic Division of ANS 
Preganglionic Neurons Ganglionic Neurons Target Organs 
Ciliary ganglion 
Pterygopalatine 
and submandibular 
ganglia 
Otic ganglion 
Intramural 
ganglia 
Intrinsic eye muscles 
(pupil and lens shape) 
Nasal glands, tear 
glands, and salivary 
glands 
Visceral organs 
of neck, 
thoracic cavity, 
and most of 
abdominal cavity 
N III 
N VII 
N IX 
N X 
Nuclei in 
brain stem 
Nuclei in 
spinal cord 
segments 
S2–S4 
Pelvic 
nerves Intramural 
ganglia 
Visceral organs in 
inferior portion of 
abdominopelvic cavity 
KEY 
Preganglionic fibers 
Postganglionic fibers 
Parotid salivary gland
Figure 17.8 Autonomic Distribution of the Parasympathetic Output 
KEY 
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Pterygopalatine ganglion 
PONS 
N III 
N VII 
N IX 
N X (Vagus) 
Ciliary ganglion 
Submandibular 
ganglion 
Otic ganglion 
Autonomic plexuses 
(see Figure 17.9) 
Pelvic 
nerves 
Lacrimal gland 
Eye 
Salivary glands 
Heart 
Lungs 
Liver and 
gallbladder 
Stomach 
Spleen 
Pancreas 
Large intestine 
Small intestine 
Rectum 
Kidney 
Uterus Ovary Penis Scrotum Urinary bladder 
S2 
S3 
S4 
Spinal 
cord 
Preganglionic neurons 
Ganglionic neurons
The Parasympathetic Division 
• General functions of the parasympathetic division: 
• Constriction of the pupils to restrict the amount of 
light entering the eyes; assists in focusing on 
nearby objects 
• Secretion by digestive glands, including salivary 
glands, gastric glands, duodenal and other 
intestinal glands, the pancreas, and the liver 
• Secretion of hormones that promote nutrient 
absorption by peripheral cells 
• Increased smooth muscle activity along the 
digestive tract 
• Stimulation and coordination of defecation 
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The Parasympathetic Division 
•General functions of the parasympathetic 
division (continued) 
• Contraction of the urinary bladder during 
urination 
• Constriction of the respiratory passageways 
• Reduction in heart rate and force of 
contraction 
• Sexual arousal and stimulation of sexual 
glands in both sexes 
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The Parasympathetic Division 
• In summary: 
• The parasympathetic division includes visceral motor nuclei 
in the brain stem associated with four cranial nerves (III, VII, 
IX, and X). 
• The ganglionic neurons are situated in intramural ganglia or 
in ganglia closely associated with their target organs. 
• The parasympathetic division innervates structures in the 
head and organs in the thoracic and abdominopelvic 
cavities. 
• All parasympathetic neurons are cholinergic. 
• The effects of parasympathetic stimulation are usually 
brief and restricted to specific organs and sites. 
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Relationships between the Sympathetic and 
Parasympathetic Divisions 
• Sympathetic 
• Widespread effect on visceral organs 
• Parasympathetic 
• Modifies the activity of structures innervated by 
specific cranial nerves and pelvic nerves 
• Most vital organs are innervated by both the 
sympathetic and parasympathetic nerves 
• The two often oppose (antagonistic) each other 
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Figure 17.10 A Comparison of the Sympathetic and Parasympathetic Divisions 
Sympathetic Parasympathetic 
CNS 
PNS 
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KEY 
Sympathetic 
ganglion 
Circulatory 
system 
Preganglionic 
neuron 
Preganglionic 
fiber 
or Epinephrine 
Ganglionic 
neurons 
Postganglionic 
fiber 
TARGET 
Neurotransmitters 
Acetylcholine 
Norepinephrine 
Parasympathetic 
ganglion
Figure 17.9a The Peripheral Autonomic Plexuses 
Trachea 
Left vagus nerve 
Right vagus nerve 
Aortic arch 
Thoracic 
spinal 
nerves 
Splanchnic 
nerves 
Diaphragm 
Celiac trunk 
Superior mesenteric 
artery 
Inferior mesenteric 
Autonomic Plexuses 
and Ganglia 
Hypogastric plexus 
This is a diagrammatic view of the distribution of ANS plexuses in the 
thoracic cavity (cardiac, esophageal, and pulmonary plexuses) and the 
abdominopelvic cavity (celiac, inferior mesenteric, and hypogastric plexuses). 
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artery 
Esophagus 
Cardiac plexus 
Pulmonary plexus 
Thoracic sympathetic 
chain ganglia 
Esophageal plexus 
Celiac plexus and 
ganglion 
Superior mesenteric 
ganglion 
Inferior mesenteric 
plexus and ganglion 
Pelvic sympathetic 
chain
Figure 17.9b The Peripheral Autonomic Plexuses 
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Cranial nerve III 
Cranial nerve VII 
Cranial nerve IX 
Autonomic Plexuses 
Trachea 
Esophagus 
Heart 
Diaphragm 
Stomach 
Colon 
A sectional view of the autonomic plexuses 
and Ganglia 
Cardiac plexus 
Thoracic sympathetic 
chain ganglia 
Esophageal plexus 
Celiac plexus and 
ganglion 
Superior mesenteric 
ganglion 
Inferior mesenteric 
plexus and ganglion 
Hypogastric plexus 
Pelvic sympathetic 
chain 
Urinary 
bladder 
Vagus nerve 
(N X)
Visceral Reflexes 
• The ANS is organized into a series of 
interacting levels 
• Visceral reflexes 
• Short reflexes 
• Long reflexes 
• Enteric nervous system (ENS) 
• Higher levels of autonomic control 
• Hypothalamus 
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Figure 17.11 Visceral Reflexes 
Receptors in 
peripheral tissue 
Stimulus 
Response 
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Afferent (sensory) 
fibers 
Short 
reflex 
Long 
reflex 
Peripheral 
effector 
Ganglionic 
neuron 
CENTRAL NERVOUS 
Processing center 
in spinal cord 
(or brain) 
Preganglionic 
neuron 
Autonomic ganglion 
(sympathetic or 
parasympathetic) 
SYSTEM
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Ch 17_lecture_presentation

  • 1. © 2012 Pearson Education, Inc. 17 The Nervous System: Autonomic Nervous System PowerPoint® Lecture Presentations prepared by Steven Bassett Southeast Community College Lincoln, Nebraska
  • 2. Introduction • The autonomic nervous system functions outside of our conscious awareness • The autonomic nervous system makes routine adjustments in our body’s systems • The autonomic nervous system: • Regulates body temperature • Coordinates cardiovascular, respiratory, digestive, excretory, and reproductive functions © 2012 Pearson Education, Inc.
  • 3. A Comparison of the Somatic and Autonomic Nervous Systems • Autonomic nervous system • Axons innervate the visceral organs • Has afferent and efferent neurons • Afferent pathways originate in the visceral receptors • Somatic nervous system • Axons innervate the skeletal muscles • Has afferent and efferent neurons • Afferent pathways originate in the skeletal muscles ANIMATION The Organization of the Somatic and © 2012 Pearson Education, Inc. Autonomic Nervous Systems
  • 4. Subdivisions of the ANS • The autonomic nervous system differs from the somatic nervous system in the arrangement of the neurons connecting the central nervous system to the effector organs. • Visceral motor neurons in the CNS, known as preganglionic neurons, send their axons, called preganglionic fibers, to synapse on ganglionic neurons, whose cell bodies are located outside the CNS, in autonomic ganglia. • Axons from the ganglionic neurons are called postganglionic fibers because they carry impulses away from the ganglion. • Postganglionic fibers innervate peripheral tissues and organs, such as cardiac and smooth muscle, adipose tissue, and glands. © 2012 Pearson Education, Inc.
  • 5. Figure 17.1b Components and Anatomic Subdivisions of the ANS (Part 1 of 2) © 2012 Pearson Education, Inc. AUTONOMIC NERVOUS SYSTEM THORACOLUMBAR DIVISION Thoracic nerves T1 T2 T3 T4 T5 T6 T7 T8 Anatomical subdivisions. At the thoracic and lumbar levels, the visceral efferent fibers that emerge form the sympathetic division, detailed in Figure 17.4. At the cranial and sacral levels, the visceral efferent fibers from the CNS form the parasympathetic division, detailed in Figure 17.8. (sympathetic division of ANS) CRANIOSACRAL DIVISION (parasympathetic division of ANS) Cranial nerves (N III, N VII, N IX, and N X)
  • 6. Figure 17.1b Components and Anatomic Subdivisions of the ANS (Part 2 of 2) Thoracic nerves nerves (L1, L2 only) © 2012 Pearson Education, Inc. Sacral nerves (S2, S3, S4 only) Lumbar T9 T10 T11 T12 L1 L2 L3 L4 L5 S1 S2 S3 S4 S5 Anatomical subdivisions. At the thoracic and lumbar levels, the visceral efferent fibers that emerge form the sympathetic division, detailed in Figure 17.4. At the cranial and sacral levels, the visceral efferent fibers from the CNS form the parasympathetic division, detailed in Figure 17.8.
  • 7. Subdivisions of the ANS • Sympathetic division • Thoracic and upper lumbar nerves synapse in ganglia near the spinal cord • Sympathetic activation results in: • Increased metabolism and alertness • Generally kicks in during times of exertion, stress, or emergency • Parasympathetic division • Synapses are located near the target organ • Parasympathetic activation results in: • Energy conservation • Generally predominant under resting conditions © 2012 Pearson Education, Inc.
  • 8. Figure 17.1a Components and Anatomic Subdivisions of the ANS © 2012 Pearson Education, Inc. AUTONOMIC NERVOUS SYSTEM Consists of 2 divisions SYMPATHETIC (thoracolumbar) DIVISION PARASYMPATHETIC (craniosacral) DIVISION Preganglionic neurons in lateral gray horns of spinal segments T1–L2 Preganglionic neurons in brain stem and in lateral portion of anterior gray horns of S2–S4 Send preganglionic fibers to Which send postganglionic fibers to Ganglia near spinal cord Ganglia in or near target organs Preganglionic fibers release ACh (excitatory), stimulating ganglionic neurons Preganglionic fibers release ACh (excitatory), stimulating ganglionic neurons Target organs Target organs Most postganglionic fibers release NE at neuroeffector junctions All postganglionic fibers release ACh at neuroeffector junctions “Fight or flight” response “Rest and repose” response Functional components of the ANS
  • 9. The Sympathetic Division • Sympathetic division consists of: • Preganglionic neurons between T1 and L2 • Two types of ganglionic neurons near the vertebral columns: sympathetic chain ganglia (lateral to the vertebral column) and collateral ganglia (anterior to the vertebral column) • Specialized neurons in the interior of the suprarenal gland © 2012 Pearson Education, Inc.
  • 10. The Sympathetic Division • Sympathetic division • Preganglionic neurons • Cell bodies are in the lateral gray horns • Axons enter the ventral roots • Sympathetic chain ganglia (paravertebral ganglia) • Control effectors in the body wall, head, neck, limbs, and thoracic cavity © 2012 Pearson Education, Inc.
  • 11. The Sympathetic Division •Sympathetic division • Collateral ganglia (prevertebral ganglia) • Neurons innervate effectors in the abdominopelvic cavity • Specialized neurons • Modified sympathetic ganglion in the suprarenal gland • Neurons release neurotransmitters that act like hormones © 2012 Pearson Education, Inc.
  • 12. Figure 17.2 Organization of the Sympathetic Division of the ANS Lateral gray horns of spinal segments T1–L2 Preganglionic fibers Postganglionic fibers Hormones released into circulation KEY © 2012 Pearson Education, Inc. Sympathetic chain ganglia (paired) Collateral ganglia (unpaired) Suprarenal medullae (paired) Preganglionic Neurons Ganglionic Neurons Innervation by postganglionic fibers Through release of hormones into the circulation Target Organs Visceral effectors in thoracic cavity, head, body wall, and limbs Visceral effectors in abdominopelvic cavity Organs and systems throughout body Sympathetic Division of ANS
  • 13. Figure 17.3a Sympathetic Pathways and Their General Functions Spinal nerve Preganglionic Autonomic ganglion of left sympathetic chain Sympathetic nerve (postganglionic fibers) © 2012 Pearson Education, Inc. Sympathetic Chain Ganglia KEY Preganglionic neurons Ganglionic neurons Innervates visceral organs in thoracic cavity via sympathetic nerves neuron Autonomic ganglion of right sympathetic chain Innervates visceral effectors via spinal nerves White ramus Ganglionic neuron Gray ramus Major effects produced by sympathetic postganglionic fibers in spinal nerves: • Constriction of cutaneous blood vessels, reduction in circulation to the skin and to most other organs in the body wall • Acceleration of blood flow to skeletal muscles and brain • Stimulation of energy production and use by skeletal muscle tissue • Release of stored lipids from subcutaneous adipose tissue • Stimulation of secretion by sweat glands • Stimulation of arrector pili • Dilation of the pupils and focusing for distant objects Major effects produced by postganglionic fibers entering the thoracic cavity in sympathetic nerves: • Acceleration of heart rate and increasing the strength of cardiac contractions • Dilation of respiratory passageways
  • 14. Figure 17.4 Anatomical Distribution of Sympathetic Postganglionic Fibers Superior Middle Inferior © 2012 Pearson Education, Inc. PONS Cervical sympathetic ganglia Gray rami to spinal nerves Greater splanchnic nerve Superior mesenteric ganglion Sympathetic nerves Cardiac and pulmonary plexuses Celiac ganglion T1 T1 T2 T2 T3 T3 T4 T4 T5 T5 T6 T6 T7 T7 T8 T8 T9 T9 T10 T10 T11 T11 T12 T12 L1 L1 L2 L2 L3 L3 L4 L4 L5 L5 S1 S1 S2 S2 S3 S3 S4 S4 S5 S5 Postganglionic fibers to spinal nerves (innervating skin, blood vessels, sweat glands, arrector pili muscles, adipose tissue) Sympathetic chain ganglia Spinal cord Coccygeal ganglia (Co1) fused together (ganglion impar) Preganglionic neurons Ganglionic neurons KEY Lesser splanchnic nerve Lumbar splanchnic nerves Inferior Sacral splanchnic nerves Uterus Ovary mesenteric ganglion Penis Scrotum Urinary bladder Heart Lung Liver and gallbladder Stomach Spleen Pancreas Large intestine Small intestine Suprarenal medulla Kidney Eye Salivary glands
  • 15. Figure 17.3b Sympathetic Pathways and Their General Functions © 2012 Pearson Education, Inc. Collateral Ganglia Lateral gray horn White ramus Collateral Postganglionic ganglion fibers Splanchnic nerve (preganglionic fibers) Innervates visceral organs in abdominopelvic cavity Major effects produced by preganglionic fibers innervating the collateral ganglia: • Constriction of small arteries and reduction in the flow of blood to visceral organs • Decrease in the activity of digestive glands and organs • Stimulation of the release of glucose from glycogen reserves in the liver • Stimulation of the release of lipids from adipose tissue • Relaxation of the smooth muscle in the wall of the urinary bladder • Reduction of the rate of urine formation at the kidneys • Control of some aspects of sexual function, such as ejaculation in males
  • 16. Figure 17.3c Sympathetic Pathways and Their General Functions © 2012 Pearson Education, Inc. The Suprarenal Medullae Secretes neurotransmitters into general circulation Suprarenal medullae Preganglionic fibers Endocrine cells (specialized ganglionic neurons) Major effect produced by preganglionic fibers innervating the suprarenal medullae: • Release of epinephrine and norepinephrine into the general circulation
  • 17. Figure 17.5a Suprarenal Medulla © 2012 Pearson Education, Inc. Relationship of a suprarenal gland to a kidney Cortex Medulla Suprarenal gland Right kidney
  • 18. The Sympathetic Division • In summary: • The sympathetic division of the ANS includes two sympathetic chains, three collateral ganglia, and two suprarenal medullae. • Preganglionic fibers are short because the ganglia are close to the spinal cord. • The postganglionic fibers of the sympathetic system are relatively longer than those of the parasympathetic system. • The sympathetic division shows extensive divergence. • All preganglionic neurons release ACh at their synapses with ganglionic neurons. • The effector response depends on the function of the membrane receptor © 2012 Pearson Education, Inc.
  • 19. Figure 17.6 Sympathetic Postganglionic Nerve Endings Preganglionic fiber © 2012 Pearson Education, Inc. (myelinated) Ganglionic neuron Ganglion Postganglionic fiber (unmyelinated) Varicosities Mitochondrion Vesicles containing norepinephrine 5 mm Schwann cell cytoplasm Smooth muscle cells Varicosities
  • 20. Figure 17.4 Anatomical Distribution of Sympathetic Postganglionic Fibers Superior Middle Inferior © 2012 Pearson Education, Inc. PONS Cervical sympathetic ganglia Gray rami to spinal nerves Greater splanchnic nerve Superior mesenteric ganglion Sympathetic nerves Cardiac and pulmonary plexuses Celiac ganglion T1 T1 T2 T2 T3 T3 T4 T4 T5 T5 T6 T6 T7 T7 T8 T8 T9 T9 T10 T10 T11 T11 T12 T12 L1 L1 L2 L2 L3 L3 L4 L4 L5 L5 S1 S1 S2 S2 S3 S3 S4 S4 S5 S5 Postganglionic fibers to spinal nerves (innervating skin, blood vessels, sweat glands, arrector pili muscles, adipose tissue) Sympathetic chain ganglia Spinal cord Coccygeal ganglia (Co1) fused together (ganglion impar) Preganglionic neurons Ganglionic neurons KEY Lesser splanchnic nerve Lumbar splanchnic nerves Inferior Sacral splanchnic nerves Uterus Ovary mesenteric ganglion Penis Scrotum Urinary bladder Heart Lung Liver and gallbladder Stomach Spleen Pancreas Large intestine Small intestine Suprarenal medulla Kidney Eye Salivary glands
  • 21. The Parasympathetic Division • Parasympathetic Division • Preganglionic neurons are in the brain stem and sacral segments • Preganglionic neurons do not diverge as much as the sympathetic division • Therefore, the parasympathetic division is more localized and specific as compared to the sympathetic division • Postganglionic neurons are near (terminal) the target organ or within (intramural) the target organ © 2012 Pearson Education, Inc.
  • 22. Figure 17.7 Organization of the Parasympathetic Division of the ANS © 2012 Pearson Education, Inc. Parasympathetic Division of ANS Preganglionic Neurons Ganglionic Neurons Target Organs Ciliary ganglion Pterygopalatine and submandibular ganglia Otic ganglion Intramural ganglia Intrinsic eye muscles (pupil and lens shape) Nasal glands, tear glands, and salivary glands Visceral organs of neck, thoracic cavity, and most of abdominal cavity N III N VII N IX N X Nuclei in brain stem Nuclei in spinal cord segments S2–S4 Pelvic nerves Intramural ganglia Visceral organs in inferior portion of abdominopelvic cavity KEY Preganglionic fibers Postganglionic fibers Parotid salivary gland
  • 23. Figure 17.8 Autonomic Distribution of the Parasympathetic Output KEY © 2012 Pearson Education, Inc. Pterygopalatine ganglion PONS N III N VII N IX N X (Vagus) Ciliary ganglion Submandibular ganglion Otic ganglion Autonomic plexuses (see Figure 17.9) Pelvic nerves Lacrimal gland Eye Salivary glands Heart Lungs Liver and gallbladder Stomach Spleen Pancreas Large intestine Small intestine Rectum Kidney Uterus Ovary Penis Scrotum Urinary bladder S2 S3 S4 Spinal cord Preganglionic neurons Ganglionic neurons
  • 24. The Parasympathetic Division • General functions of the parasympathetic division: • Constriction of the pupils to restrict the amount of light entering the eyes; assists in focusing on nearby objects • Secretion by digestive glands, including salivary glands, gastric glands, duodenal and other intestinal glands, the pancreas, and the liver • Secretion of hormones that promote nutrient absorption by peripheral cells • Increased smooth muscle activity along the digestive tract • Stimulation and coordination of defecation © 2012 Pearson Education, Inc.
  • 25. The Parasympathetic Division •General functions of the parasympathetic division (continued) • Contraction of the urinary bladder during urination • Constriction of the respiratory passageways • Reduction in heart rate and force of contraction • Sexual arousal and stimulation of sexual glands in both sexes © 2012 Pearson Education, Inc.
  • 26. The Parasympathetic Division • In summary: • The parasympathetic division includes visceral motor nuclei in the brain stem associated with four cranial nerves (III, VII, IX, and X). • The ganglionic neurons are situated in intramural ganglia or in ganglia closely associated with their target organs. • The parasympathetic division innervates structures in the head and organs in the thoracic and abdominopelvic cavities. • All parasympathetic neurons are cholinergic. • The effects of parasympathetic stimulation are usually brief and restricted to specific organs and sites. © 2012 Pearson Education, Inc.
  • 27. Relationships between the Sympathetic and Parasympathetic Divisions • Sympathetic • Widespread effect on visceral organs • Parasympathetic • Modifies the activity of structures innervated by specific cranial nerves and pelvic nerves • Most vital organs are innervated by both the sympathetic and parasympathetic nerves • The two often oppose (antagonistic) each other © 2012 Pearson Education, Inc.
  • 28. Figure 17.10 A Comparison of the Sympathetic and Parasympathetic Divisions Sympathetic Parasympathetic CNS PNS © 2012 Pearson Education, Inc. KEY Sympathetic ganglion Circulatory system Preganglionic neuron Preganglionic fiber or Epinephrine Ganglionic neurons Postganglionic fiber TARGET Neurotransmitters Acetylcholine Norepinephrine Parasympathetic ganglion
  • 29. Figure 17.9a The Peripheral Autonomic Plexuses Trachea Left vagus nerve Right vagus nerve Aortic arch Thoracic spinal nerves Splanchnic nerves Diaphragm Celiac trunk Superior mesenteric artery Inferior mesenteric Autonomic Plexuses and Ganglia Hypogastric plexus This is a diagrammatic view of the distribution of ANS plexuses in the thoracic cavity (cardiac, esophageal, and pulmonary plexuses) and the abdominopelvic cavity (celiac, inferior mesenteric, and hypogastric plexuses). © 2012 Pearson Education, Inc. artery Esophagus Cardiac plexus Pulmonary plexus Thoracic sympathetic chain ganglia Esophageal plexus Celiac plexus and ganglion Superior mesenteric ganglion Inferior mesenteric plexus and ganglion Pelvic sympathetic chain
  • 30. Figure 17.9b The Peripheral Autonomic Plexuses © 2012 Pearson Education, Inc. Cranial nerve III Cranial nerve VII Cranial nerve IX Autonomic Plexuses Trachea Esophagus Heart Diaphragm Stomach Colon A sectional view of the autonomic plexuses and Ganglia Cardiac plexus Thoracic sympathetic chain ganglia Esophageal plexus Celiac plexus and ganglion Superior mesenteric ganglion Inferior mesenteric plexus and ganglion Hypogastric plexus Pelvic sympathetic chain Urinary bladder Vagus nerve (N X)
  • 31. Visceral Reflexes • The ANS is organized into a series of interacting levels • Visceral reflexes • Short reflexes • Long reflexes • Enteric nervous system (ENS) • Higher levels of autonomic control • Hypothalamus © 2012 Pearson Education, Inc.
  • 32. Figure 17.11 Visceral Reflexes Receptors in peripheral tissue Stimulus Response © 2012 Pearson Education, Inc. Afferent (sensory) fibers Short reflex Long reflex Peripheral effector Ganglionic neuron CENTRAL NERVOUS Processing center in spinal cord (or brain) Preganglionic neuron Autonomic ganglion (sympathetic or parasympathetic) SYSTEM