aqueductus cerebri

noun

Meaning

A narrow canal within the midbrain that connects the third and fourth ventricles, allowing for the circulation of cerebrospinal fluid.

Examples

Blockage of the aqueductus cerebri can lead to a dangerous buildup of fluid known as hydrocephalus.
The aqueductus cerebri is a critical structure for maintaining intracranial pressure.

Synonyms: cerebral aqueduct, aqueduct of Sylvius

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aqueductus cerebri

noun

Pronunciation: ˌækwɪˈdʌktəs ˈsɛrɪbraɪ

Definition

A narrow canal within the midbrain that connects the third and fourth ventricles, allowing for the circulation of cerebrospinal fluid.

Examples

Blockage of the aqueductus cerebri can lead to a dangerous buildup of fluid known as hydrocephalus.
The aqueductus cerebri is a critical structure for maintaining intracranial pressure.
An MRI scan clearly showed a narrowing in the patient's aqueductus cerebri.

Synonyms of aqueductus cerebri

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