Ventricles and Cerebrospinal Fluid (CSF)
Learning Objectives Identify the ventricles of the brain and their embryonic origin. Describe the flow of CSF through the adult brain and spinal cord. Describe the choroid plexus. Differentiate between…
Gross Topography of the Brain
Learning Objectives Describe the embryonic flexures that develop in the CNS. How do those structures affect the axes in the CNS? Identify the main sulci in the telencephalon. Describe the…
Blood Supply of the Brain
Learning Objectives Describe the anterior circulation of the brain. Describe the posterior circulation of the brain. Identify the vessels contributing to the circle of Willis and its function. What are…
Neurohistology
Learning Objectives Describe the histological features of a neuron and relate the structure to its primary function. Describe the primary function of myelin, microglial cells, and ependymal cells. Explain the…
Neurophysiology
Learning Objectives Describe the molecular composition of a neuron membrane. Describe the process of neuron depolarization. Compare the two main types of neuron synapses. Explain how neurotransmitters assist in neuronal…
Development of the Nervous System
Learning Objectives Compare the marginal layer of the neural tube to the mantle layer. Describe the neural crest derivatives that may be associated with the somatic sensory nervous system; the…
Basic Neuroscience – Unit I Central Nervous System
Organization of the Nervous System Learning Objectives Describe the function of the nervous system. Describe the components of CNS and PNS. Describe the divisions and subdivisions of the PNS. Show…
Unicoronal Craniosynostosis
Introduction Unilateral nonsyndromic coronal craniosynostosis is a challenging condition for the treating surgical team given all of the deformational changes associated with this condition. Unlike other single suture closures, unicoronal…
Metopic Craniosynostosis
Introduction Although the metopic suture is the only calvarial suture to completely close and disappear in humans, premature closure in utero or soon after birth can lead to major cranial…
Perioperative Logistics
Introduction As with any other surgical operation, adequate preparation and planning prior to performing the procedure are crucial and paramount to obtaining an excellent result and minimizing complications. In the…
