Human Anatomy - Lab 2 Step 9

Laboratory 2. Vertebral Canal and Spinal Cord
Step 9. Spinal Ganglia, Posterior Root

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Identify a spinal posterior (dorsal) root ganglion. The posterior root ganglion lies at the level of the intervertebral foramen (Figure 2.4) and is located in the posterior root of the spinal nerve. .

To expose one of these ganglia, place a probe into an intervertebral foramen, between adjacent thoracic vertebrae, to protect the spinal nerve within it. Use bone pliers to remove the articular process lying posterior to this foramen.

Links and References:
Grant's: 4.65-4.66
Netter: 156
Rohen and Yokochi: 216-217