Parietal lobe
Parietal Lobe
The Parietal Lobe (pronunciation: puh-rye-uh-tl lohb) is one of the four major lobes of the cerebral cortex in the brain of mammals. The name originates from the Latin word "parietalis" which means "of the walls".
Function
The Parietal Lobe plays a key role in sensory perception and integration, including the management of taste, hearing, sight, touch, and spatial awareness. It is also involved in a variety of cognitive processes, including language processing and attention.
Anatomy
The Parietal Lobe is located above the occipital lobe and behind the frontal lobe and central sulcus. It is divided into two functional regions. One involves sensation and perception and the other is concerned with integrating sensory input, primarily with the visual system.
Clinical Significance
Damage to the Parietal Lobe can result in several neurological and cognitive deficits, including aphasia, agnosia, apraxia, and spatial disorientation. Conditions such as Alzheimer's disease and stroke can also affect the Parietal Lobe.
Related Terms
- Cerebral cortex
- Frontal lobe
- Occipital lobe
- Temporal lobe
- Central sulcus
- Aphasia
- Agnosia
- Apraxia
- Alzheimer's disease
- Stroke
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Parietal lobe
- Wikipedia's article - Parietal lobe
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