Pedicle of vertebral arch
Pedicle of Vertebral Arch
The Pedicle of Vertebral Arch (Pronunciation: Ped-i-kle of Ver-te-bral Arch) is a significant part of the vertebral column or spine.
Etymology
The term "Pedicle" is derived from the Latin word "pes" or "pedis" meaning foot, and the term "Vertebral Arch" is derived from the Latin word "vertere" meaning to turn.
Definition
The Pedicle of Vertebral Arch is a stub of bone that projects from the back of a vertebra and serves as a base for the posterior arch of the vertebra. It is one of the two short, stout processes that extend from the upper part of the body of the vertebra, and it forms the lateral boundary of the vertebral foramen.
Related Terms
- Vertebral Column: Also known as the spine, it is a column of vertebrae situated in the dorsal aspect of the torso. It houses and protects the spinal cord.
- Vertebra: The individual bones that stack to make the vertebral column.
- Vertebral Foramen: The opening formed by a vertebral arch through which the spinal cord passes.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Pedicle of vertebral arch
- Wikipedia's article - Pedicle of vertebral arch
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