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dermatome [′dər·mə‚tōm] (anatomy) An area of skin delimited by the supply of sensory fibers from a single spinal nerve. (embryology) Lateral portion of an embryonic somite from which the dermis will develop. (medicine) Instrument for cutting skin for grafting. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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| The lowest level of normal sensation was at the C5 dermatome, and his zone of partial preservation extended down to the T8 dermatome bilaterally. With the VZV, a thoracic dermatome is usually affected. On examination, the patient's ankle reflex on his left side was absent, and there was a diminished sensation over his S1 dermatome. |
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