dermatome Definition
an area of skin that is mainly supplied by a single spinal nerve.
Using dermatome: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "dermatome" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
The dermatome of the thumb is supplied by the C6 nerve root.
Example
Dermatomes are useful in diagnosing nerve damage or injury.
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Summary: dermatome in Brief
A 'dermatome' [ˈdərmətəʊm] is an area of skin that is mainly supplied by a single spinal nerve. It is used in medical diagnosis to identify nerve damage or injury.
