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Spinal Cord Pia Mater Structure Thin Transparent Meningeal

Front Pia mater
Back Structure: the thin, transparent inner meningeal layer of the spinal cord. Tightly adherent to the spinal cord and roots, with extensions attaching to the dura mater:
a) denticulate ligaments
b) filum terminale

Function: protect the spinal cord and anchor it in place (weakly)

Tags: cns

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