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Spinal Cord - Anatomy & Physiology (view source)
Revision as of 15:52, 12 July 2011
, 15:52, 12 July 2011→Vasculature
==Vasculature==
==Vasculature==
The vasculature of the spinal cord has a close relationship with the cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) within the subarachnoid space. This CSF effectively forms a water jacket that buoys up the spinal cord and protects it from external influences. Therefore it is extremely important that the CSF has the appropriate properties in order to undertake this role. The vasculature of the spinal cord therefore has to provide the appropriate level of oxygen, pressure and nutrients to maintain homeostasis of the spinal cord. As the CSF also performs this role within the skull, the vasculature of the brain therefore has an important relationship with every aspect fo the ventricles and subarachnoid space within the central nervous system.
==Innervation==
==Innervation==