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cerebrospinal fluid CSF
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Clear fluid that surrounds the brain and spinal cord, providing cushioning and nutrient transport.
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tractography
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Neuroimaging technique that visualizes white matter fiber pathways in the living brain.
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utilization behavior
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Compulsive use of objects in the environment without being asked, indicating frontal lobe dysfunction.
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ventriculoperitoneal shunt
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A medical device that drains excess cerebrospinal fluid from brain ventricles to the abdominal cavity.
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Wernicke's area
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Brain region responsible for language comprehension, typically located in the left temporal lobe.
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