Central Nervous System Pathology
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This set of flashcards covers essential vocabulary related to central nervous system pathology and developmental anomalies.
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Neural Tube Defects
Malformations that occur due to improper closure of the neural tube during embryonic development.
Cerebral Aqueduct Stenosis
Narrowing of the cerebral aqueduct, leading to obstructive hydrocephalus.
Dandy-Walker Malformation
A congenital brain malformation involving the cerebellum and ventricular system.
Arnold-Chiari Malformation
A malformation where the brain tissue extends into the spinal canal.
Meningitis
An inflammation of the protective membranes covering the brain and spinal cord.
Multiple Sclerosis
A degenerative disease of the central nervous system characterized by demyelination.
Alzheimer's Disease
A progressive neurological disorder that causes memory loss and cognitive decline.
Parkinson's Disease
A neurodegenerative disorder affecting movement, causing tremors and rigidity.
Huntington's Disease
An inherited condition causing the progressive breakdown of nerve cells in the brain.
Cerebral Infarction
Tissue death in the brain due to a lack of blood supply.
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