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sclerotome [′skler·ə‚tōm] (embryology) The part of a mesodermal somite which enters into the formation of the vertebrae. (medicine) A knife used in sclerotomy. (vertebrate zoology) The fibrous tissue separating successive myotomes in certain lower vertebrates. 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 basal support for the hindbrain is provided by parachordals that are formed from the sclerotome portion of anterior somites. 1,4-7) The radial wrist extensors are primarily of the C6 myotome, and the lateral epicondyle is considered to be in the C7 sclerotome. The presentation on electrodiagnosis of lumbosacral radiculopathy, covering both electromyography and nerve conduction studies, includes an insightful differentiation of dermatomes, sclerotomes, and myotomes. |
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