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The conus medullaris is the tapered, terminal end of the spinal cord, typically located around the L1-L2 vertebral level in adults. It marks the transition from the spinal cord to the cauda equina, a bundle of spinal nerves and nerve roots that continue down the vertebral column. This structure plays a crucial role in the nervous system by facilitating the transmission of nerve signals to and from the lower body. Damage to the conus medullaris can lead to significant motor and sensory deficits in the lower limbs and pelvic organs.

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