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ependymA

ependymA

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A thin layer inside the brain and spinal cord that helps make and move the liquid around them
  • noun
  • /ɪˈpɛndɪmə/
  • Specialized
: ependima
  • The pathologist observed changes in the ependyma under the microscope.

Examples

  • The ependyma plays a crucial role in the production and circulation of cerebrospinal fluid.

  • Damage to the ependyma can have serious neurological consequences.

  • The ependymA is crucial for the production of cerebrospinal fluid.

  • In some cases, damage to the ependymA can lead to serious neurological issues.

  • The ependymA helps circulate cerebrospinal fluid in the brain's ventricles.

  • Researchers studied the ependymA to understand its role in protecting the spinal cord.

  • Damage to the ependymA can lead to complications in the nervous system.

Surface Forms

ependymA singular
ependymAs plural

Etymology

EpendymA comes from Greek parts: epi- meaning 'on' and a root meaning 'cover', and you can see epi- in epidermis ('on the skin'). So, ependymA is a thin 'covering' that lines the brain's ventricles and the spinal canal.