Glossary
Cerebrospinal Fluid (CSF): It is a clear, colorless fluid that is found in the brain and spinal cord. It is produced in the cavities (ventricles) within the brain and provides a buffering effect, thereby protecting the brain from mechanical and immunological damage.Endoscope: A thin telescope-like instrument with a lighted tube and camera attachment.
Laminectomy: A surgical procedure that creates space by removing the lamina (back part of the vertebra) that covers the spinal canal. Also known as decompression surgery, laminectomy enlarges the spinal canal and relieves pressure on the spinal cord or nerves.
