neuraxial

/njuːˈæk.siəl/

Definitions

1. adjective

Relating to the central nervous system, especially the spinal cord and brain.

“The patient required a neuraxial anaesthetic for the surgery.”

2. noun

A type of anaesthesia that affects the central nervous system, especially the spinal cord and brain.

“The doctor administered a neuraxial anaesthetic to the patient.”

Synonyms

  • central nervous system
  • intraspinal
  • spinal

Antonyms

  • peripheral
  • peripheral nervous system