| brainstem |
The lower portion of the brain important for breathing and other vital functions.
Ãâó: www.azspinabifida.org/gloss.html
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| braincase |
Posterior portion of cranium; part that encloses and protects the brain.
Ãâó: www.humboldt.edu/~cmc43/glossary.htm
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| brain death |
total cessation of brain function as manifested by the absence of consciousness, spontaneous movement, absence of spontaneous respiration, and absence of all brainstern functions.
Ãâó: www.hc-sc.gc.ca/english/organandtissue/glossary/
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| brain damage |
A complication which on rare occasions may occur post-operatively if the brain does not receive an adequate blood supply. This may cause unconsciousness or convulsions but is usually short-lived and most children make a full recovery. However in rare cases there may be lasting problems.
Ãâó: www.health.qld.gov.au/qldheartkids/glossaryab.asp
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| brain hemorrhage |
localized bleeding resulting from injury to the blood vessels in or around the brain. There are 4 types of hemorrhage: extradural, subdural, subarachnoid, and intracerebral.
Ãâó: www.finr.com/glossary.html
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