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Definition of Abducent nerve

Abducent nerve: The sixth cranial nerve, which emerges from the skull to operate the lateral rectus muscle. This muscle draws the eye toward the side of the head. Paralysis of the abducent nerve causes inward turning of the eye.

Source: MedTerms™ Medical Dictionary
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Last Editorial Review: 3/19/2012

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