The meninges protect the brain with three layers: dura mater, arachnoid mater, and pia mater. Meningitis is a serious condition causing inflammation of the meninges due to infections. Hematomas involve blood collecting in the brain, often between the dura and skull or dura and arachnoid. An overview of the anatomy of the meninges including the dura mater, arachnoid mater and pia mater. The article also discusses the clinical relevance of understanding the anatomy of the meninges . The brain and spinal cord are enveloped within three layers of membrane collectively known as the meninges , with the cranial meninges specifically referring to the section that covers the brain. From superficial to deep, the three layers are the dura, arachnoid, and pia—the term “mater,” Latin for mother, often follows these names (i.e., dura mater, arachnoid mater, pia mater).[1] The dura, Latin for “hard,” is composed of dense connective tissue and adheres to the inner surface of ... Explore the anatomy, structure, and functions of the brain's meninges . Learn about their clinical significance and recent research advances in neuroscience.
