The spinal cord Flashcards
1
Q
where does it start and end
A
The occipital bone to space between L1 and L2 in adults, L2-3
2
Q
What does it form at its distal end
A
Conus medullaris and terminates at the film terminale
3
Q
what does it present at lumbar and sacral ends
A
enlargements due to grey matter- help supply the limbs
4
Q
how does the size of the vertebral canal affect the amount of damage to the spinal cord
A
Cervical- large vertebral canal so reduced risk of injury
Thoracic- small
Lumbar-spinal cord only extends to L1/2
5
Q
What is in grey matter
A
Axon terminals, cell bodies and dendrites
6
Q
Where is a lumbar puncture carried out and why
A
L3-4 in adults
L4-5 in babies
To prevent damage to the spinal cord
7
Q
Where does the film terminale end
A
Coccygeal 1
8
Q
What nerves compromise the caudal equine?
A
L2-coccygeal 1
