Which of the following is NOT true of the epidural space?
A. It contains cerebrospinal fluid.
B. It contains connective tissue and blood vessels.
C. It lies between the vertebrae and the dura mater.
D. It is the site for epidural injections of anesthetics.
E. All of these are true of the epidural space.
Answer: A
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