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Definition of Vertebral canal
1. Noun. The canal in successive vertebrae through which the spinal cord passes.
Exact synonyms: Canalis Vertebralis, Spinal Canal
Generic synonyms: Canal, Channel, Duct, Epithelial Duct
Group relationships: Back, Backbone, Rachis, Spinal Column, Spine, Vertebral Column
Generic synonyms: Canal, Channel, Duct, Epithelial Duct
Group relationships: Back, Backbone, Rachis, Spinal Column, Spine, Vertebral Column
Medical Definition of Vertebral canal
1. The canal that contains the spinal cord, spinal meninges, and related structures. It is formed by the vertebral foramina of successive vertebrae of the articulated vertebral column. Synonym: canalis vertebralis, spinal canal, tubus vertebralis. (05 Mar 2000)