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Location Functions Medulla Oblongata Pons Spinal Cord Controls

The Medulla Oblongata is located below the pons and above the spinal cord, controlling automatic functions like breathing, heart rate, and swallowing.

El bulbo raquídeo se ubica debajo del puente y encima de la médula espinal, controlando funciones automáticas como la respiración, la frecuencia cardíaca y la deglución.

Front Location and functions of Medulla Oblongata
Back Below pons, above spinal cord

controls several automatic functions:
breathing
heart rate
blood pressure
*swallowing*

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