Foramen Of Monro (Noun)
Meaning
The small opening (on both the right and left sides) that connects the third ventricle in the diencephalon with the lateral ventricle in the cerebral hemisphere.
Classification
Nouns denoting body parts.
Examples
- The foramen of Monro is an interventricular foramen that connects the third ventricle to the lateral ventricle in the cerebral hemisphere.
- Each foramen of Monro is situated on either side of the brain, allowing fluid to circulate between the third and lateral ventricles.
- Obstruction of the foramen of Monro can lead to a buildup of cerebrospinal fluid and result in increased intracranial pressure.
- During a ventriculostomy procedure, a surgeon may need to access the foramen of Monro to drain excess cerebrospinal fluid.
- The narrow size of the foramen of Monro allows for precise regulation of fluid flow between the third ventricle and the lateral ventricles.