Epidural Posterior Boundary — FRCA Primary MCQ

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The epidural space is bounded posteriorly by:

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Correct answer: B — Ligamentum flavum

Epidural space boundaries: anterior = posterior longitudinal ligament / posterior = ligamentum flavum and periosteum of laminae / lateral = pedicles and intervertebral foramina. Contents: fat / lymphatics / internal vertebral venous plexus (Batson's).

Reference: RCoA 2021 Primary FRCA Curriculum