The mesenteric plexus, also known as the enteric plexus, is a network of nerves that extends throughout the digestive system. Some common synonyms for the mesenteric plexus include the intestinal plexus, gut plexus, and bowel plexus. These terms all refer to the same network of nerves that lie within the mesentery, the tissue that attaches the intestines to the abdominal wall. Other related terms include the myenteric plexus, which is a specific type of nerve network within the mesenteric plexus that controls the contraction and relaxation of muscles in the intestines. Overall, these synonyms all refer to the complex and intricate network of nerves that regulate the functioning of the digestive system.