Diseases Of The Nervous System KEY TERMS Flashcards
What is Ataxia?
A neurological sign characterized by a lack of voluntary coordination of muscle movements.
What does Chondrodystrophic refer to?
A condition related to abnormal cartilage development.
What does Decussate mean?
To cross over, especially in reference to nerve fibers.
What is Discospondylitis?
An infection of the intervertebral disc and adjacent vertebrae.
What is a Hemilaminectomy?
A surgical procedure that involves removing part of a vertebral lamina.
What are Herniations?
The protrusion of an organ or tissue through an abnormal opening.
What does Idiopathic mean?
A condition with no known cause.
What is Neuronophagia?
The process of phagocytosis of neurons, often seen in neurodegenerative diseases.
What is Nystagmus?
Involuntary eye movement that can affect balance and vision.
