About The Medical Condition Axonal Reactions

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Axonal Reactions

Axonal Reactions Medical Condition Defined & Explained
Axonal Reactions Medical Condition

What's The Definition Of The Medical Condition Axonal Reactions?

Pathologic changes that occur in the axon and cell body of a neuron proximal to an axonal lesion. The process is characterized by central chromatolysis which features flattening and displacement of the nucleus, loss of Nissl bodies, and cellular edema. Central chromatolysis primarily occurs in lower motor neurons.

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