Thoracic spinal nerve

The thoracic spinal nerves are a set of 12 paired nerves (T1–T12) that emerge from the thoracic segment of the spinal cord. Each nerve exits the spinal column through an intervertebral foramen corresponding to its vertebral level and quickly splits into dorsal (posterior) and ventral (anterior) rami. The ventral rami of T1–T11 become intercostal nerves that travel between the ribs, innervating the chest wall and helping control breathing; the ventral ramus of T12 becomes the subcostal nerve. The dorsal rami supply the muscles and skin of the back. Thoracic spinal nerves transmit sensory, motor, and autonomic signals between the spinal cord and the trunk (chest, abdomen, upper back), but they are not single molecular entities and are not classified as pharmacological targets like receptors or enzymes[1][3][4][5][7]. Summary: - "Thoracic spinal nerve branch" is an anatomical term, not a molecular or pharmacological target. - As such, it does not have an abbreviation, molecular classifications, biomarkers, or interacting drugs. - There is something incorrect with the target as specified for molecular targeting purposes. - The key functions relate to peripheral innervation of the chest and abdomen, not to molecular signaling or drug action.

Other names

Thoracic nerveThoracic nerve rootThoracic nerve branchT1–T12 spinal nerve