The Spinal Cord and Spinal Meninges Flashcards
1
Q
What is the major reflex centre and conduction pathway between the body and the brain?
A
The spinal cord
2
Q
Where does the spinal cord begin and end?
A
At the medulla oblongata and extends up to the L1/L2 vertebral level
3
Q
What is the conical inferior end of the spinal cord?
A
Conus medullarise
4
Q
What is the bundle of spinal nerve roots that resemble a horse tail called?
A
Cauda equina
5
Q
What’s the name of the continuation of pia mater (internum)
A
Filum terminale
6
Q
What’s the name of the dilated Dural sac that ends at S2 vertebral lvel?
A
Dural cistern
7
Q
Meninges of spinal cord
A
Dura mater
Arachnoid mater
Pia mater
8
Q
What is Ischemia?
A
Deficiency of blood supply to spinal cord: Ischemia and muscle weakness and paralysis
