Intrathecal Definition

adjective

Delivered into the spinal canal (intrathecal space surrounding the spinal cord), e.g. a spinal anaesthesia.

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Origin of Intrathecal

  • From intra- + New Latin theca (“case, envelope, sheath”) + -al.

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Intrathecal Sentence Examples

  • Baclofen is used by intrathecal pump to treat the painful spasms of cerebral palsy.

  • Temporal central nervous system remission was induced by intrathecal chemotherapy only.

  • After treatment with both radiation to the head and neck and intrathecal methotrexate the patient achieved complete symptom resolution.

  • A variety of dosage forms are available, including oral solids, liquids, intravenous and intrathecal injections, and transcutaneous patches.

  • This is known as intrathecal chemotherapy.

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Words Starting With

IININT

Words Ending With

LALCAL

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intrathecal

Words Starting With I and Ending With L

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11 Letter Words11 Letter Words Starting With I11 Letter Words Ending With L