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Dorsal Horn.
Dorsal Horn - as a noun
One of two roots of a spinal nerve that passes dorsally from the spinal cord and that consists of sensory fibers
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
dorsal rootposterior hornposterior rootExample Sentences
"The sensory neurons in the dorsal horn of the spinal cord transmit information to the brain."
"Spinal cord injury can often result in damage to the dorsal horn."
"Nociceptive signals are processed in the dorsal horn."
"The dorsal horn is involved in pain perception and processing."
"Inhibitory interneurons in the dorsal horn regulate the transmission of pain signals."
