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Rhombencephalon: In embryology, one of the three primary brain vesicles. Also known as the hindbrain, it gives rise to the metencephalon and myelencephalon (secondary brain vesicles), and ultimately to the pons, cerebellum, and medulla oblongata.

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Postconcussive Syndrome: A cluster of symptoms that may persist for weeks or months following a cerebral concussion, including: headache, anxiety, irritability, insomnia, depression, impaired concentration, forgetfulness, and fatigability.