Metathalamus Question 1. Write a short note on the metathalamus. Answer. The metathalamus consists of medial and lateral geniculate bodies, which are rounded elevations on the inferior aspect of the pulvinar. Lateral geniculate body: The lateral geniculate body (LGB) is a small ovoid swelling that projects downwards and laterally from the pulvinar of the thalamus. … [Read more...] about Metathalamus
Third Ventricle
Third Ventricle Question 1. Describe the 3rd ventricle under the following headings: Gross anatomy, Boundaries, Recesses and Applied anatomy. Answer. The 3rd ventricle is a midline slit-like cavity of the diencephalon, which extends from the lamina terminalis anteriorly to the upper end of the cerebral aqueduct posteriorly. The 3rd ventricle … [Read more...] about Third Ventricle
Hypothalamus
Hypothalamus Question 1. Describe the hypothalamus under the following headings: Introduction, Boundaries, Regions/parts and nuclei, Functions and Applied anatomy. Answer. Hypothalamus Introduction The hypothalamus is a small part of the diencephalon that lies below the thalamus. It forms the floor and lower part of the lateral walls of 3rd … [Read more...] about Hypothalamus
Triangular Space
Triangular Space Question Write briefly about the upper triangular space. Answer: The upper triangular space is one of the subscapular intermuscular spaces present in the region of axilla. Upper Triangular Space Boundaries Superomedial: Teres minor Lateral: Long head of the triceps brachii Inferior: Teres major Structure passing through the … [Read more...] about Triangular Space
Quadrangular Space
Quadrangular Space Question. Write briefly about the quadrangular space. Answer: The quadrangular space is one of the subscapular intermuscular spaces present in the region of the axilla. Quadrangular Space Boundaries Quadrangular Space Superior Subscapularis in front Teres minor behind Capsule of the shoulder joint (in between the subscapularis and … [Read more...] about Quadrangular Space