From where does the main parasympathetic efferent innervation to the pelvic plexus arise?
S1
S2-S4
T11-L2
L3-S1
Correct Answer :
B. S2-S4
the autonomic innervation of the pelvic organs arises from the pelvic plexus of (S2 to S4).
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