Neuroanatomy · Nervous System · Hard
Epineurium
Meaning: The outermost connective tissue layer enclosing an entire peripheral nerve.
In practice: In the most severe nerve injury this outer sheath is disrupted, requiring surgical repair.
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- epi- means on or above
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