Enteric nervous system
The enteric nervous system (ENS) is a part of the peripheral nervous system. It controls the reflexes of the gastrointestinal system.
Some treat the ENS as part of the autonomic nervous system.
Enteric Nervous System Media
Layers of the Alimentary Canal. The wall of the alimentary canal has four basic tissue layers: the mucosa, submucosa, muscularis, and serosa.
A simplified image showing peristalsis
