20 Questions
What is the Latin translation of Dura Mater?
Hard mother
Which layer of the Dura Mater covers the inner surface of the calvarium?
Endosteal layer
What do the arachnoid granulations connect to?
Venous circulation
Which layer is thicker and more fibrous, resembling a cling wrap surrounding the brain?
Arachnoid Mater
What does the occlusion of the venous sinus lead to?
Elevated intracranial pressure
What is another name for Dura Mater?
Pachymeninx
What are pockets of arachnoid membrane called?
Arachnoid Granulations
Which layer does NOT extend to the sulci?
Arachnoid Mater
From where does deoxygenated blood drain to via the venous sinus?
Internal jugular vein
What is the Latin translation of Arachnoid Mater?
Web-like mother
Which layer of the Dura Mater is as thick as a credit card?
External periosteal layer
What do the arachnoid granulations connect to?
Superior sagittal sinus
From where does deoxygenated blood drain to via the venous sinus?
Internal jugular vein
Which layer does NOT extend to the sulci?
Inner meningeal layer
What is another name for Arachnoid Mater?
Spider-like mother
What does the occlusion of the venous sinus lead to?
Congestion and elevated intracranial pressure
What is the function of the Subarachnoid Lymphatic-like Membrane (SLYM)?
Acts in the clearance of toxic substances
What is the origin of the Pia Mater?
Neural crest cells
Why is forcibly removing the pia mater not advisable?
It is closely apposed to the cortex and removing it may destroy brain tissue
What is the alternative name for the Pia Mater?
Leptomeninges
Test your knowledge about the structure and function of the dura mater, the outermost layer of the meninges. Learn about its Latin translation, thickness, layers, and its relationship to the skull and brain.
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