medulla oblongata

Definition of medulla oblongata

medull-a oblongata - lowest part of the brainstem (elongated marrow) The medulla oblongata is a cone-shaped neuronal mass that forms the most inferior portion of the brainstem. It measures approximately 3 cm in length and 2 cm in width, acting as a critical relay station between the brain and the spinal cord through the foramen magnum. It contains specialized centers that regulate vital involuntary processes, including respiration, heart rate, and blood pressure.

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Etymology of medulla oblongata

latin Medulla: Derived from the Latin word for “pith” or “marrow,” signifying its position in the middle or core. -Oblongata: Derived from the Latin oblongus, meaning “elongated” or “lengthened”. -Bulb: An archaic term once commonly used for the medulla; the derivative adjective “bulbar” is still used in clinical medicine to refer to the medulla and its associated cranial nerves.

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DERIVATIONS of medulla oblongata

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