column

column /col·umn/ (kol´um) an anatomical part in the form of a pillar-like structure.

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anal columns  vertical folds of mucous membrane at the upper half of the anal canal.

anterior column 

1. the anterior portion of the gray substance of the spinal cord, in transverse section seen as a horn.

2. palatoglossal arch.

columns of Bertin  renal c's.

column of Burdach  fasciculus cuneatus of the spinal cord.

Clarke's column  thoracic c.

enamel columns  adamantine prisms.

column of Goll  fasciculus gracilis of the spinal cord.

gray columns  the longitudinally oriented parts of the spinal cord in which the nerve cell bodies are found, comprising the gray substance of the spinal cord.

lateral column of spinal cord  the lateral portion of the spinal cord, in transverse section seen as a horn; present only in the thoracic and upper lumbar regions.

columns of Morgagni  anal c's.

posterior column 

1. the posterior portion of gray substance of the spinal cord, in transverse section seen as a horn.

2. palatopharyngeal arch.

rectal columns  anal c's.

renal columns  inward extensions of the cortical substance of the kidney between contiguous renal pyramids.

spinal column  vertebral c.

thoracic column  a column of cells in the posterior gray column of the spinal cord, extending from the eighth cervical segment to the third or fourth lumbar segment.

vertebral column  the rigid structure in the midline of the back, composed of the vertebrae.

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col·umn (klm)

n.

Any of various tubular or pillarlike supporting structures in the body, such as the spinal column, each generally having a single tissue origin and function.

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column,

any elongated, cylindrical anatomic structure. It is usually oriented vertically and may provide structural support.

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column,

n component of gas-liquid chromatography apparatus that contains the stationary phase through which the carrier gas transports the vaporized sample to be separated.

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column

an anatomical part in the form of a pillar-like structure; anything resembling a pillar.

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anal c's

longitudinal folds of mucous membrane at the cranial half of the anal canal; called also rectal columns.

column of Bertin

extensions of renal cortex between the renal pyramids.

column chromatography

see chromatography.

dorsal column

the dorsal portion of the gray substance of the spinal cord, in transverse section seen as a horn.

gray column

the longitudinally oriented parts of the spinal cord in which the nerve cell bodies are found, comprising the gray matter of the spinal cord.

lateral column

the lateral portion of the gray substance of the spinal cord, in transverse section seen as a horn; present only in the thoracic and anterior lumbar regions.

rectal c's

anal columns.

spinal column

the rigid structure in the midline of the back, composed of the vertebrae. Called also vertebral column. See also spine.

ventral column

the ventral portion of the gray substance of the spinal cord, in transverse section seen as a horn.

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Patient discussion about column.

Q. Where is Dr. Rosenfelds weekly column in Parade??? His advice is surely missed!

A. I am not aware of the reason why Dr. Rosenfeld's weekly column is missing. Perhaps the best thing would be to contact Parade magazine with this question.. www.parade.com

Q. where can you find the biofeedback device shown in Dr. Liponis' column in Parade magazine on 12/14/08 I need to know where you canpourchase the biofeedback device and where you can get instructions on its use

A. if you ask me- before buying any new device, it might be a good idea to try it. go to couple of sessions with a certified therapist. see if you react well and then buy a machine. i'm sure he can recommend certain brands and what to avoid.