Neural Crest, Eye, and Ear Development
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What type of cells myelinate the optic nerve?

  • Oligodendrocytes (correct)
  • Astrocytes
  • Microglial cells
  • Schwann cells
  • Which condition results from the failure of closure of the choroid fissure?

  • Cyclopia
  • Coloboma iridis (correct)
  • Aniridia
  • Congenital Aphakia
  • Which component is part of the middle ear?

  • Tympanic membrane
  • Stapes (correct)
  • Cochlear duct
  • Auricle
  • Which structures are derived from the first and second pharyngeal arches?

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    What does the definitive tympanic membrane derive from?

    <p>First pharyngeal cleft and pouch (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to the optic nerve after transection?

    <p>It does not regenerate. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which structure does the otic placode develop into?

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    What is congenital cataracts primarily associated with?

    <p>Lens opacity (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary developmental origin of neural crest cells?

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    Which of the following structures can be formed from neural crest cells?

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    What condition is characterized by a failure of neural crest cell migration into the bowel wall?

    <p>Hirschsprung's disease (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which embryological abnormality is linked to the development of coloboma in the eye?

    <p>Disruption of neural crest migration (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In Hirschsprung's disease, which segment of the bowel is primarily affected?

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    What type of transition do neural crest cells undergo during their development?

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    Which of the following is NOT a derivative of neural crest cells?

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    What are the characteristic symptoms of Hirschsprung's disease?

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    What structure does the hyaloid artery later develop into?

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    During which week does the lens vesicle lose contact with the surface ectoderm?

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    The outer layer of the developing mesenchyme around the eye primordium forms which structure?

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    Which component of the inner wall of the optic cup contributes to the iris?

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    What is formed as a result of vacuolization in the anterior mesenchyme?

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    What is the role of the optic stalk during eye development?

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    Which layer distinguishes the posterior five-fifths of the inner wall of the optic cup?

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    What happens to the choroid fissure during the seventh week of development?

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    What is the earliest sign of eye development observed in the embryo?

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    Which embryonic structure is responsible for forming the retina and optic nerve in adulthood?

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    What occurs when the optic vesicles come into contact with the surface ectoderm?

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    Which cells migrate into the mesenchyme and contribute to the formation of the choroid and sclera?

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    What happens to the intraretinal space during the development of the optic cup?

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    What are the two germ layers from which the definitive eardrum is derived?

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    Which congenital malformation is NOT associated with the pharyngeal arches?

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    Which part of the pharyngeal apparatus contributes to the formation of external auditory meatus?

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    What type of tissue primarily makes up each pharyngeal arch?

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    What is the main role of neural crest cells in the development of pharyngeal arches?

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    What condition is characterized by the absence of the external ear?

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    Which pharyngeal arch is dominated by the maxillary and mandibular processes?

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    The tympanic membrane is formed from which of the following?

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    What does the outer layer of the undifferentiated mesenchyme around the eye primordium develop into?

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    Which structure is formed from the anterior chamber through vacuolization?

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    What structure does the hyaloid artery transform into during development?

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    Which of the following layers forms the inner layer of the iris?

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    During which week does the fusion of the lips of the choroid fissure occur?

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    What space is defined as being between the iris and the lens during eye development?

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    The mesoderm present between the optic cup and overlying surface epithelium contributes to which structures?

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    What does the optic stalk develop into as it matures during eye development?

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    What is the primary consequence of failed neural crest cell migration in Hirschsprung's disease?

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    Which embryological structure gives rise to the cranial nerve ganglia?

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    What abnormality results from issues in the development of neural crest cells associated with the face?

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    What is the primary function of the neural crest cells during early development?

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    Which condition does not typically involve neural crest cell derivatives?

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    What outcome is associated with the abnormal development of the eye, such as coloboma?

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    How does congenital deafness relate to the development of structures derived from neural crest cells?

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    Which structure is NOT formed by the migration of neural crest cells during embryonic development?

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    Which statement about the developmental process of the optic nerve is true?

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    Which of the following conditions is specifically associated with a failure of closure of the choroid fissure?

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    What structures contribute to the formation of the definitive tympanic membrane?

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    Which feature defines the dual origin of the ear's components?

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    What is a primary characteristic of the development of the semicircular canals?

    <p>Their formation is influenced by the dorsal vestibular and ventral cochlear regions of the otic vesicle. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following accurately reflects the relationship between the ossicles and the pharyngeal arches?

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    What developmental outcome is linked to the persistence of the iridopupillary membrane?

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    Which of the following statements about the auditory tube is correct?

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    Which embryonic structures are primarily responsible for the formation of the retina and optic nerve in adulthood?

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    What occurs during the contact of the optic vesicles with the surface ectoderm?

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    Which embryonic layer contributes to the fibrous and vascular coats of the eye?

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    What is the earliest recognizable sign of eye development in the embryo?

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    Which structure forms due to the invagination of the optic vesicles?

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    Which of the following congenital anomalies is specifically linked to abnormalities in the first and second pharyngeal arches?

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    What is the primary tissue type found in the core of each pharyngeal arch?

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    Which of the following conditions is typically associated with inner ear deafness?

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    From which pharyngeal cleft is the external auditory meatus derived?

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    Which embryonic structure develops into the definitive tympanic membrane?

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    What primarily contributes to the genetic derivatives of the pharyngeal arches?

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    Which process occurs as a result of the overlapping of mesenchymal tissue in the second arch?

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    Which of the following components is characteristic of each pharyngeal arch?

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    Flashcards

    Eye development sources

    Eyes develop from four sources: neuroectoderm, surface ectoderm, mesoderm, and neural crest cells.

    Earliest eye sign?

    A pair of shallow grooves appear on the sides of the forebrain in a 22-day embryo.

    Optic vesicles formation

    Shallow grooves close and form optic vesicles which are outpocketings.

    Lens vesicle formation

    Optic vesicles touch the surface ectoderm inducing changes to form Lens vesicle.

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    Optic cup formation

    Optic Vesicles invaginate to form a double-walled optic cup.

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    Choroid fissure

    A gap in the developing eye that allows the hyaloid vessels to pass through.

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    Hyaloid vessels

    Blood vessels that connect to the developing retina and later disappear.

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    Lens placode

    A thickened area of surface ectoderm that develops into the lens.

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    Lens vesicle

    The invaginated lens placode, which forms the lens.

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    Pigment layer of the retina

    Outer layer of the optic cup, that is colored and important for protecting the neural layer.

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    Neural layer of the retina

    Inner layer of the optic cup, containing nerve cells and is essential for vision.

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    Ciliary body

    Part of the eye that adjust the shape of the lens to focus light.

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    Choroid

    Highly vascular, pigmented layer which nourishes the retina.

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    Neural Crest Cells (NCC)

    Specialized cells at the border of the developing neural tube that migrate to various locations in the body, forming diverse tissues.

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    Neural Crest Migration

    The active movement of neural crest cells from the neuroectoderm to their target locations.

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    Hirschsprung's Disease

    A congenital disease caused by the failure of neural crest cells to migrate properly to the intestines, resulting in an absence of nerves in a portion of the bowel, leading to constipation.

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    Congenital Megacolon

    A condition where the large intestine is dilated (or enlarged), often due to absence of neurons in its wall, and affects bowel function.

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    Neural Crest Derivatives

    Structures in the body derived from neural crest cells, including connective tissues, bones, nerve ganglia, and others.

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    Auerbach's and Meissner's Plexus

    Intestinal nerve networks crucial for proper bowel function; deficient in Hirschsprung's disease.

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    Aganglionic Segment

    The region of the bowel lacking nerve cells in Hirschsprung's disease.

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    Coloboma

    An embryological eye defect; a gap or fissure in the structures that develop into the lens or retinal parts.

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    Optic Nerve Myelination

    The optic nerve, a tract of the diencephalon, isn't fully myelinated until 3 months after birth.

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    Optic Nerve Regeneration

    The optic nerve cannot regenerate if damaged.

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    Ear Development Origin

    The ear develops from thickened ectodermal placodes in the hindbrain, plus tissue from the first and second pharyngeal arches.

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    Ear Parts from First Arch

    The first pharyngeal arch develops into the malleus and incus bones of the middle ear.

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    Ear Parts from Second Arch

    The second pharyngeal arch develops into the stapes bone of the middle ear.

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    Tympanic Membrane Composition

    The eardrum (tympanic membrane) is made of ectoderm from the first pharyngeal cleft, endoderm from the first pharyngeal pouch, and neural crest cells.

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    Inner Ear Development

    The inner ear's membranous labyrinth develops through the interaction of the rhombencephalon and surface ectoderm, which forms the otic placode.

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    Eardrum Structure

    The eardrum is made of three layers derived from two different germ layers.

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    Auricle Development

    The auricle (outer ear) develops from six mesenchymal swellings around the first pharyngeal cleft.

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    Congenital Deafness

    Deafness can be caused by defects in the inner ear, middle ear, or external ear.

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    Auricular Anomalies

    Congenital abnormalities of the outer ear can include extra cartilage, underdevelopment, or complete absence.

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    Pharyngeal Arches Role

    Pharyngeal arches contribute to the formation of the neck and face.

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    Pharyngeal Arch Composition

    Each arch has mesenchymal core, surface ectoderm, endoderm lining, neural crest cells, and mesoderm.

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    Pharyngeal Arch Derivatives

    Pharyngeal arches give rise to muscles, nerves, and skeletal components of the face and neck.

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    First Pharyngeal Arch

    The first pharyngeal arch has two parts - a dorsal maxillary process and a ventral mandibular process containing Meckel's cartilage.

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    What are the 4 sources of eye development?

    The eye develops from contributions of neuroectoderm (retina, optic nerve, iris), surface ectoderm (lens, cornea), mesoderm (vascular and fibrous coats), and neural crest cells (choroid, sclera, cornea endothelium).

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    Earliest Sign of Eye Development

    The earliest sign of eye development is seen in a 22-day embryo as a pair of shallow grooves on each side of the forebrain.

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    Lens Vesicle Development

    The optic vesicles come in contact with the surface ectoderm and induce changes, forming the lens vesicle. This vesicle ultimately differentiates into the lens of the eye.

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    Neural Crest Cells in Eye Development

    Neural crest cells migrate into the mesenchyme and differentiate into the choroid, sclera, and corneal endothelium.

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    What are pharyngeal arches made of?

    Each pharyngeal arch has a core of mesenchymal tissue, an outer layer of surface ectoderm, an inner lining of endoderm, migrating neural crest cells, and mesoderm.

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    What do pharyngeal arches contribute to?

    Pharyngeal arches contribute to the formation of the neck and face, developing muscles, nerves, and skeletal components.

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    What is Meckel's cartilage?

    Meckel's cartilage is a structure found in the mandibular process of the first pharyngeal arch. It's a precursor to the lower jawbone.

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    What forms the ear drum?

    The eardrum, or tympanic membrane, is formed by the interaction of the first pharyngeal cleft (ectoderm), first pharyngeal pouch (endoderm), and neural crest cells.

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    What are pharyngeal clefts?

    Pharyngeal clefts are grooves on the outer surface of the pharynx, separating the pharyngeal arches. Only the first cleft contributes to the formation of the external auditory meatus.

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    What are pharyngeal pouches?

    Pharyngeal pouches are inward folds of the pharyngeal wall, located on the inside of the pharynx. They develop into various structures like the middle ear and parathyroid glands.

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    What happens to the second pharyngeal cleft?

    The second pharyngeal cleft loses contact with the outside as it merges with the epicardial ridge in the lower neck. It's then overlaid by the second pharyngeal arch.

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    What are auricular hillocks?

    Auricular hillocks are six mesenchymal proliferations located around the first pharyngeal cleft. They contribute to the formation of the auricle (outer ear).

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    Optic Cup

    The double-walled cup formed from the invagination of the optic vesicle. The inner layer will become the neural layer of the retina, and the outer layer will become the pigmented layer.

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    Pars Iridica Retinae

    The anterior portion of the inner wall of the optic cup that forms the inner layer of the iris.

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    Pars Ciliaris Retinae

    The anterior portion of the inner wall of the optic cup that forms the ciliary body, which controls the shape of the lens.

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    Sclera

    The tough, white outer layer of the eye. It develops from the outer layer of mesenchyme surrounding the eye primordium.

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    What are the origins of ear development?

    The ear is formed from multiple sources. Thickened ectodermal placodes in the hindbrain contribute to the inner ear, while the first and second pharyngeal arches provide structures for the middle and outer ear.

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    Inner Ear Development: Role of Rhombencephalon

    The rhombencephalon, or hindbrain, plays a crucial role in inducing the development of the inner ear by interacting with the surface ectoderm.

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    Membranous Labyrinth Development

    The membranous labyrinth, the fluid-filled inner ear structure, originates from the ventral cochlear region of the otic vesicle. It develops into key components like the cochlear duct, saccule, utricle, and semicircular canals.

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    Ear Structures from Pharyngeal Arches

    The first pharyngeal arch contributes to the malleus and incus bones of the middle ear, while the second arch forms the stapes. These bones are essential for transmitting sound vibrations.

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    Tympanic Membrane: A Multilayered Structure

    The eardrum, or tympanic membrane, is a complex structure formed from ectoderm, endoderm, and neural crest cells. This intricate composition allows it to effectively transmit sound vibrations.

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    Malleus and Incus: First Arch Contribution

    The malleus and incus, two of the three bones in the middle ear, are formed from the first pharyngeal arch. These bones play a critical role in transmitting sound vibrations from the eardrum to the stapes.

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    Neural Crest Cells

    Specialized cells at the border of the developing neural tube that migrate to various locations in the body, forming diverse tissues.

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    What are the derivatives of neural crest cells?

    Neural crest cells contribute to the formation of a wide range of structures, including connective tissues of the face and skull, various nerve ganglia, certain thyroid cells, the heart's conotruncal septum, odontoblasts, and more.

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    What is coloboma?

    An embryological eye defect; a gap or fissure in the structures that develop into the lens or retinal parts.

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    What is congenital deafness?

    Deafness that is present at birth, often caused by defects in the inner ear, middle ear, or external ear.

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    What are the derivatives of pharyngeal arches?

    Each arch gives rise to distinct muscles, nerves, and skeletal components of the face and neck.

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    Study Notes

    Neural Crest, Eye, and Ear

    • Learning Outcomes: The presentation outlines learning objectives, including describing neural crest cell origins and migration, explaining pathologies like Hirschsprung's disease, detailing eye and ear development, and describing pharyngeal arches and their derivatives.

    Neural Crest Cells

    • Definition: Neural crest cells are a special cell population located at the lateral border of the neuroectoderm.
    • Dissociation: These cells detach from their neighbors as the neural folds elevate and fuse to form the neural tube.
    • Transition: The cells undergo an epithelial-to-mesenchymal transition.
    • Migration: They migrate actively to various locations in the body, giving rise to diverse structures.

    Neural Crest Derivatives

    • Connective Tissue and Bones: These cells contribute to face and skull structure.
    • Cranial Nerve Ganglia: They form ganglia associated with cranial nerves.
    • C Cells of the Thyroid Gland: Neural crest cells are involved in the development of C cells within the thyroid gland.
    • Conotruncal Septum: Development of this heart structure is influenced by neural crest cells.
    • Odontoblasts: Neural crest cells differentiate into these specialized cells crucial for tooth formation.
    • Dermis: Neural crest cells play a role in the formation of the facial dermis.
    • Spinal Ganglia: Neural crest cells are necessary for the development of spinal ganglia.
    • Sympathetic Chain and Pre-aortic Ganglia: Neural crest cells contribute to autonomic nervous system components.
    • Parasympathetic Ganglia: These ganglia in the gastrointestinal tract originate from neural crest cells.
    • Adrenal Medulla: Neural crest cells are the precursors for the cells in the adrenal medulla.
    • Schwann Cells: These cells necessary for the proper function of the peripheral nervous system develop from neural crest cells.
    • Glial Cells: These supporting cells of the nervous system originate from neural crest cells, especially within the forebrain.
    • Melanocytes: Neural crest cells give rise to these pigment-producing cells.
    • Smooth Muscle Cells: These cells in blood vessels in the face and forebrain develop from neural crest cells.

    Hirschsprung's Disease

    • Cause: Failure of neural crest cell migration into the bowel wall.
    • Pathology: These cells are needed to develop the parasympathetic (Auerbach's and Meissner's) plexus.
    • Clinical Presentation: The affected region is typically in the sigmoid and rectum.
    • Characteristics**: Delayed passage of meconium, constipation, vomiting, and abdominal distension are typical signs.

    Eye Development

    • Sources: Neuroectoderm of the forebrain, surface ectoderm of the head, mesoderm between the previous two layers, and neural crest cells are involved in eye formation.
    • Earliest Sign: A pair of shallow grooves on each side of the forebrain of a 22-day embryo indicates the initial stage of eye formation.

    Optic Cup & Lens Vesicle

    • Origin: Optic vesicles form from outpocketings of the forebrain.
    • Contact: Lens vesicle arises from the contact with the surface ectoderm, which then prompts changes.
    • Invagination: Optic vesicles invaginate to form a double-walled optic cup.
    • Intraretinal Space: The initial optic cup inner and outer walls are separated by an intraretinal space that eventually closes.

    Development of Eye Embryonic Structure

    • Neuroectoderm: Gives rise to the retina, posterior iris layers, and optic nerve.
    • Surface Ectoderm: Forms the lens of the eye and corneal epithelium.
    • Mesoderm: Involved in the development of the fibrous and vascular coats of the eye.
    • Neural Crest Cells: Migrate to the mesenchyme and differentiate into the choroid, sclera, and corneal endothelium.

    Choroid, Sclera, and Cornea

    • Origin: Undifferentiated mesenchymal cells around the eye primordial contribute to the choroid and sclera.
    • Mesenchymal Differentiation: These cells differentiate into two layers.
    • Inner Layer: Forms the highly vascularized and pigmented choroid.
    • Outer Layer: This layer develops into the sclera.

    Anterior Chamber

    • Formation**: The anterior chamber is created through vacuolisation, splitting the mesenchyme.
    • Inner Layer**: This layer forms the iridopupillary membrane, which eventually disappears.

    Posterior Chamber

    • Location**: This chamber lies between the iris anteriorly and the lens and ciliary body posteriorly.

    Development of the Ear

    • Dual Origin: Thickened ectodermal placode at the rhombencephalon (hindbrain) and first and second pharyngeal arches.
    • Otic Vesicle Formation: Induction from rhombencephalon and surface ectoderm results in otic placode transformation into otic vesicles.
    • Membranous Labyrinth: Otic vesicles, further developing, creates the saccule, cochlear duct, utricle and semicircular canals.

    Pharyngeal Arches

    • Function: Development of the neck and face.
    • Components: Each arch consists of skeletal, muscular, vascular, and neural components.
    • Derivatives: Cartilages, muscles, and nerves come from specific pharyngeal arches.

    Pharyngeal Clefts

    • Formation: Only the first cleft becomes the external auditory meatus.
    • Tympanic Membrane: The epithelial lining of the pharyngeal membrane forms the tympanic membrane (eardrum).
    • Cervical Sinus: The clefts form a cavity lined by ectodermal epithelium, but later disappear.

    Clinical Correlates

    • Eye Anomalies: Coloboma iridis, persistence of iridopupillary membrane, aniridia, cyclopia, congenital aphakia, and congenital cataracts are discussed.
    • Ear Anomalies: Congenital deafness and auricular abnormalities (microtia, anotia, accessory tragus, preauricular pits or sinuses)

    1st Arch Defect

    • Mandibulofacial dysostosis: A disorder associated with 1st pharyngeal arch defects.
    • Autosomal dominant: Inheritance pattern of the condition.
    • Clinical features: micrognathia, poor mandible growth, cleft palate, glossoptosis, and other issues are common symptoms.

    3rd & 4th Pouch Syndrome

    • Clinical Presentation: Absence of thymus, parathyroid glands, persistent truncus arteriosus, abnormal external ear features, and micrognathia are observed.

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