transsynaptic degeneration

trans·sy·nap·tic de·gen·er·a·tion

an atrophy of nerve cells after damage to the axons that make synaptic connection with them; noted especially in the lateral geniculate body. Synonym(s): transneuronal atrophy, transsynaptic chromatolysis

trans·sy·nap·tic de·gen·er·a·tion

(tranz-si-nap'tik dĕ-jen'ĕr-ā'shŭn) An atrophy of nerve cells following damage to the axons that make synaptic connection with them; noted especially in the lateral geniculate body.