Histology of the NS 2 Flashcards
1
Q
What is the spinal dura matar surrounded by?
A
surrounded by epidural space with parallel fibres that provide the dura with longitudinal tensile strength
2
Q
What are the two types of dura mater?
A
Internal and external lamina
3
Q
What makes up the arachnoid mater?
A
An outer layer of flattened fibrocytes, arachnoid trabeculae and a subarachnoid space
4
Q
What kind of layer is the pia mater?
A
Highly vascular, made up of collagen fibres and an elastic network
