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dural Definition

du·ral (do̵or′əl, dyo̵or′-)

adjective

of the dura mater

dural Usage Examples

Modifies a noun

  • puncture: Accidental dural puncture is usually easily recognized by the immediate loss of CSF through the epidural needle.
  • membrane: The dural membrane forms a vital integral part of the cranio-sacral system.
  • headache: The EBP is still the most efficacious treatment for a post dural puncture headache with a reported success rate of greater than 90 % .
  • sac: The sagittal MRI scan shown makes fluid appear white, note the CSF in the dural sac.
  • haematoma: The CT scan above demonstrates the mass effect of the extra dural haematoma on the main structures of the brain.
  • plate: Two spirit levels were mounted onto the dural plate for leveling purposes.