nucleus pulposus
[ˈnjuːkliəs pʌlˈpoʊsəs]
nounmasculinepl: nuclei pulposi
núcleo pulposo
1. The soft, gel-like central portion of an intervertebral disc that acts as a shock absorber in the spine
The nucleus pulposus can herniate and press against spinal nerves, causing back pain.
O núcleo pulposo pode herniarse e pressionar os nervos da coluna, causando dor nas costas.
2. A structure composed of water, proteoglycans, and collagen fibers located between vertebrae
The nucleus pulposus degenerates with age, reducing its ability to absorb shock.
O núcleo pulposo se degenera com a idade, reduzindo sua capacidade de absorver impactos.
This is a specialized anatomical and medical term used universally in healthcare settings in both Brazil and the United States. It is particularly relevant in discussions of spinal health, orthopedics, and neurosurgery. The term is not subject to regional variation in professional medical contexts but may be simplified in casual conversation.
Related Idioms & Phrases
disc herniation involving nucleus pulposus
nucleus pulposus prolapse
degeneration of the nucleus pulposus
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