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Synonyms: Ganglion trigeminale, Ganglion semilunare, Trigeminal ganglion, Trigeminusganglion
The ganglion gasseri (trigeminal ganglion) is a sensory ganglion that represents the point of division of the Trigeminal nerve into the ophthalmic nerve, maxillary nerve, and mandibular nerve.
The ganglion gasseri is of neurosurgical relevance, particularly in Trigeminal neuralgia.
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Rhoton skull base
Anatomical illustration of the skull base showing the gasserian ganglion and the division of the trigeminal nerve into its three branches. The optic, oculomotor, trochlear, and abducens nerves are also visible. Illustration adapted from Albert Rhoton 2002 Neurosurgery.
Trigeminal ganglion, Gray's Anatomy
Anatomical drawing of the trigeminal nerve with the trigeminal (Gasserian) ganglion. Figure adapted from Gray's Anatomy, Figure 778.