The pontine respiratory group provides input to the dorsal respiratory group to help modulate the basic rhythm of breathing as needed under various condition changes in the body.

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The pontine respiratory group is responsible for modifying the basic rhythm of breathing, and provides input to the dorsal respiratory group (part of the medullary respiratory center) to coordinate respiratory rate and depth based on various body conditions.

The Pontine Respiratory Group Provides Input to the Dorsal Respiratory