Neurulation [neurulace]

topical
3
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Definition

An early embryonic developmental process of CHORDATES that is characterized by morphogenic movements of ECTODERM resulting in the formation of the NEURAL PLATE; the NEURAL CREST; and the NEURAL TUBE. Improper closure of the NEURAL GROOVE results in congenital NEURAL TUBE DEFECTS.

DUI
D054261 MeSH Browser
CUI
M0503537
Previous indexing
Central Nervous System (1965-2007); Embryo (1965-2007)
History note
2008
Public note
2008