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Lateral apertures

Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025
Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025

Definition

Lateral apertures, also known as the foramina of Luschka, are small openings located on the sides of the fourth ventricle in the brain. They allow cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) to flow from the inner to the outer part of the brain and spinal cord.

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