2d. Structure of the Spinal Cord Flashcards
1
Q
5 Regions of the Spinal Cord
A
Brachial intumescence Interappendicular region Lumbosacral intumescence Conus medullaris Caudal equina
2
Q
Filum Terminale
A
Fibrous extension of the pia mata that attaches the tapering spinal cord to the internal surface of the caudal vertebrae
3
Q
Grey Matter Laminae
A
Dorsal horn = laminae I-VI
Intermediate horn = laminae VII
Ventral horn = VIII-IX
4
Q
Dorsal Horn
- Alternate Name
A
Alar plate
5
Q
Ventral Horn
- Alternate Name
A
Basal plate
