Choroid plexus
This structure (more accurately a series of structures) lies within all four ventricles of the brain. Viewed through a ventriculoscope, it has the appearance of
Cine MRI
An imaging technique which reveals the to-and-fro movement of cerebrospinal fluid across the craniovertebral junction with the heartbeat.
CISS sequences (imaging)
This acronym stands for Constructive Interference in Steady State. It refers to a form of magnetic resonance imaging that produces sharp contrast between cerebrospinal fluid
Clinical
Derived from the Greek term for a bed, this word refers to activities, or diagnoses made on the basis of talking to and examining a
Congenital
An abnormality, structural or otherwise, which is present at birth, although its presence may not become evident until later in life, if at all.
Connective tissue
The various organs of the body are made up of different types of tissue, according to the function that the organ fulfils. Brain, bone, muscle,
Conus
The spinal cord is roughly cylindrical in shape, as it passes from the base of the brain, down along the spinal canal. At its lower
Cranial nerves
Twelve pairs of nerves (for the right and left sides of the body) that pass directly from the brain to carry signals directly to and
Craniocervical decompression
An alternative term for craniovertebral decompression.
Glossary
The Charity appreciates that hospital specialists will almost inevitably use some medical jargon at times, even when they are trying to explain medical matters in lay terminology. The table below lists many of the medical terms that are likely to be used, from time-to-time, by doctors, when they are talking to patients, or in composing medical correspondence. It is hoped that our explanation of the meaning of these terms throws at least some light on matters.
