NIH MeSH · D000070616Anatomy
Annulus Fibrosus
Also known asAnulus Fibrosus
Definition
Outer portion of the intervertebral disc that surrounds the NUCLEUS PULPOSUS.
MeSH classification
- A02.165.308.410.250
- A02.835.232.834.432.250
- A10.165.382.350.050.250
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What does Annulus Fibrosus mean in medicine?
Outer portion of the intervertebral disc that surrounds the NUCLEUS PULPOSUS. This definition is taken from the National Library of Medicine's MeSH (Medical Subject Headings) 2026 release, which is the standard vocabulary used to index PubMed and most medical literature.
Is Annulus Fibrosus known by any other names?
Yes. Annulus Fibrosus is also referred to as Anulus Fibrosus in different clinical, research and patient-facing contexts. The MeSH descriptor groups all of these synonyms under a single canonical concept so research and records stay consistent.
Where does Annulus Fibrosus sit in the medical classification?
Annulus Fibrosus falls under the broader medical category "Anatomy" in the MeSH hierarchy (tree numbers: A02.165.308.410.250, A02.835.232.834.432.250, A10.165.382.350.050.250). Browsing the related concepts on this page takes you to neighbouring topics in the same branch of medicine.
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Source: NIH MeSH 2026 (D000070616) — National Library of Medicine, public domain. View official MeSH record ↗