epineural

/ˌɛpɪˈnʊərəl/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or affecting the epineurium (the outermost layer of a nerve)

“The surgeon carefully made an epineural incision to expose the nerve.”

2. noun

a sheath or covering surrounding a nerve

“The epineural tissue provided a protective barrier for the delicate nerve fibers.”

Synonyms

  • epineurial
  • perineural

Antonyms

  • intraneural