epineural (Meaning)
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epineural (a.)
Arising from the neurapophysis of a vertebra.
Synonyms & Antonyms of epineural
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epineural Sentence Examples
- The epineural sheath is the outermost layer of the peripheral nerve.
- It is composed of connective tissue and blood vessels.
- The epineural sheath protects the nerve fibers from damage.
- It also helps to anchor the nerve to the surrounding tissues.
- The epineural sheath is continuous with the dura mater, which is the outermost layer of the brain and spinal cord.
- The epineural sheath is also called the perineurium.
- The epineural sheath is derived from the neural crest cells.
- The epineural sheath is innervated by the sympathetic nervous system.
- The epineural sheath is involved in the development of nerve pain.
- Damage to the epineural sheath can lead to a loss of nerve function.
FAQs About the word epineural
Arising from the neurapophysis of a vertebra.
No synonyms found.
No antonyms found.
The epineural sheath is the outermost layer of the peripheral nerve.
It is composed of connective tissue and blood vessels.
The epineural sheath protects the nerve fibers from damage.
It also helps to anchor the nerve to the surrounding tissues.
