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medullary

medullary

9.9
Connected with the lower part of the brainstem that controls breathing and heart rate
  • adjective
  • /ˈmɛdʌləri/
  • Specialized
translation icon : medular
  • Researchers studied the medullary centers responsible for vital autonomic functions.

Examples

  • The medullary region of the brain controls vital functions.

  • The patient showed medullary damage, leading to problems with breathing and heart rate.

  • A tumor in the medullary region can have serious neurological consequences.

  • She studied the medullary pathways in her neuroscience class.

  • The medullary region of the brain is responsible for controlling vital functions such as breathing.

  • Doctors study the medullary pathways to understand how signals are transmitted in the nervous system.

  • In his lectures, the professor explained the role of the medullary center in regulating heartbeat.

Synonyms

bulbar
vsmedullary
  • Specialized
1 9.9

Relating to the lower part of the brainstem called the medulla oblongata

is the same in meaning but is an alternative term

Compounds

medullary ray
  • Specialized
9.9

A band of cells in a stem or root that moves water and nutrients sideways

medullary sheath
  • Specialized
8.9

A thin fatty layer that covers nerve fibers and helps signals travel faster

Surface Forms

medullary positive

Morphology

medullary = medulla (transparent) = medulla + ary

Formed by adding the adjective-forming suffix '-ary' to 'medulla'; the meaning directly relates to the named anatomical structure.

Etymology

Medullary comes from the Latin word medulla, which means 'marrow' or the 'inmost part', and from medius meaning 'middle'. So medullary describes inner, central body parts, for example the lower part of the brainstem called the medulla that controls breathing and heart rate.