spinal cord Flashcards
1
Q
the enlargements of the spinal cord
A
Cervical enlargement C4-T1
Lumbar enlargement T11- S1
2
Q
Conus medullaris
A
most superior
ending of the spinal cord (nerves still continue)
The conical shape of the cord at distal end- L2
3
Q
Cauda equina
A
Caude = tail Equina = horse
spinal roots that descend from end of spinal cord in the vertebral canal
4
Q
Filum terminale
A
terminal end of the nerves from spinal cord
connective tissue continuous w pia of SC. Extends to attach and secure to coccyx
5
Q
Afferent (sensory input) via
A
dorsal roots
6
Q
Efferent (motor output) via
A
ventral roots
7
Q
spinal cord arteries
A
Two types of arteries
Longitudinal Aa
Segmental Aa
Anterior Spinal Arteries
Posterior spinal Aa:
8
Q
spinal cord veins
A
Longitudinal veins
