extracranial
- adjective
- /ˌɛkstrəˈkreɪniəl/
- Specialized
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extracraneal
- In this article, we report a new case of CSF otorrhea and CSOM in a patient with multiple intra- and extracranial complications.
- extracranial portion
- intra- and extracranial
Examples
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This discussion includes information on the development of only the extracranial portions of the facial nerve.
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Extracranial schwannomas are rare and can be mistaken for metastatic disease or other non-neurogenic tumors.
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Seniors prescribed the drug are likely to develop extracranial bleeding symptoms.
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B: The common patterns of branching of the extracranial portion of the facial nerve are illustrated.
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After years of debate, carotid endarterectomy is considered the standard procedure for extracranial occlusive disease.
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While extracranial NMCs are more common in children, 16 of the 18 cases of intracranial NMCs occurred in adults.
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The surgeon focused on the extracranial areas while conducting the operation.
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After the accident, the doctor noted significant extracranial injuries requiring immediate attention.
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To better understand the condition, he studied the extracranial blood vessels during the anatomy lecture.
Synonyms
Relating to the area around the bones of the head
Antonyms
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Morphology
Etymology
Extracranial is made of extra- 'outside' and cranial from cranium 'skull', so it describes something that is 'located outside the skull'.