Ruffini nerve ending
System
Integumentary
SNOMED CT
53140000
Ruffini nerve ending
Definition
An encapsulated nerve receptor present in subpapillary dermis and deep dermis of hairy and glabrous skin.
Also known as corpusculum sensorium fusiforme, Ruffini's corpuscle — per UBERON
The Ruffini nerve ending is a part of the Integumentary.