Congenital defect usually in the occipital region (foramen magnum) and cervical vertebrae, with herniation of the meninges, medulla, and spinal cord. ... Origin: G. Enkephalos, brain, + myelon, marrow, + kele, hernia ... (05 Mar 2000) ...
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Type: Term Pronunciation: en-sef′ă-lō-mī-ĕl′ō-sēl Definitions: 1. Congenital defect in the cranium, usually in the occipital region, and cervical vertebrae with herniation of the meninges and neural tissue.
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