Interthalamic adhesion: Difference between revisions

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Latin	adhesio interthalamica
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Latest revision as of 02:42, 11 December 2024

Anatomical feature of the brain

The interthalamic adhesion, also known as the massa intermedia, is a small, midline structure in the human brain that connects the two thalami across the third ventricle. It is not present in all individuals and its function remains somewhat unclear.

Anatomy[edit]

The interthalamic adhesion is a flattened band of tissue that extends across the third ventricle, connecting the medial surfaces of the left and right thalami. It is composed of gray matter and is located near the center of the brain. The size and presence of the interthalamic adhesion can vary significantly among individuals; in some people, it is absent altogether.

Function[edit]

The precise function of the interthalamic adhesion is not well understood. It is generally considered to be a non-functional structure, as its absence does not appear to affect brain function. Some researchers suggest that it may play a role in the synchronization of thalamic activity between the two hemispheres, but this hypothesis requires further investigation.

Clinical significance[edit]

The interthalamic adhesion is often noted in neuroimaging studies, such as MRI, due to its location and appearance. Its presence or absence can be used as a reference point in brain imaging, but it is not typically associated with any specific clinical conditions.

Development[edit]

The development of the interthalamic adhesion occurs during fetal growth, but the factors that determine its presence or size are not well understood. It is thought to form as the thalami develop and grow towards each other during brain development.

Also see[edit]

References[edit]

Susan,

 Gray's Anatomy: The Anatomical Basis of Clinical Practice, 
 41st edition, 
 Elsevier, 
 2016, 
  
  
 ISBN 978-0-7020-5230-9,

,

 The Thalamus, 
 Neuroscience, 
 2007,
 Vol. 145(Issue: 3),
 pp. 567–582,
 DOI: 10.1016/j.neuroscience.2006.12.002,

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-The '''interthalamic adhesion''' is a small bridge of gray matter that connects the two thalamic nuclei, which are part of the brain's thalamus. This structure is also known as the massa intermedia or the interthalamic mass.
+{{Short description|Anatomical feature of the brain}}
+{{Infobox brain
+| Name            = Interthalamic adhesion
+| Latin           = adhesio interthalamica
+| Image           = Gray716.png
+| Caption         = Coronal section of brain through intermediate mass of third ventricle.
+| Image2          = Constudthal.gif
+| Caption2        = Diagram showing the position of the interthalamic adhesion in the brain.
+}}
-== Anatomy ==
+The '''interthalamic adhesion''', also known as the '''massa intermedia''', is a small, midline structure in the human brain that connects the two thalami across the third ventricle. It is not present in all individuals and its function remains somewhat unclear.
-The interthalamic adhesion is located in the center of the brain, specifically in the third ventricle. It serves as a connection between the right and left thalamic nuclei, which are paired structures involved in sensory processing, relay of information, and modulation of consciousness.
-== Function ==
+==Anatomy==
-The function of the interthalamic adhesion is not fully understood, and it is considered a vestigial structure, meaning it may have had a more significant role in the brains of our evolutionary ancestors. Some theories suggest that it may have a role in facilitating communication between the thalamic nuclei, although its exact purpose remains a subject of study and debate.
+The interthalamic adhesion is a flattened band of tissue that extends across the third ventricle, connecting the medial surfaces of the left and right thalami. It is composed of gray matter and is located near the center of the brain. The size and presence of the interthalamic adhesion can vary significantly among individuals; in some people, it is absent altogether.
-== Clinical Relevance ==
+==Function==
-The interthalamic adhesion is not typically associated with specific neurological disorders or clinical conditions. However, it is sometimes examined in neuroimaging studies and considered during neuroanatomical research.
+The precise function of the interthalamic adhesion is not well understood. It is generally considered to be a non-functional structure, as its absence does not appear to affect brain function. Some researchers suggest that it may play a role in the synchronization of thalamic activity between the two hemispheres, but this hypothesis requires further investigation.
+==Clinical significance==
+The interthalamic adhesion is often noted in neuroimaging studies, such as MRI, due to its location and appearance. Its presence or absence can be used as a reference point in brain imaging, but it is not typically associated with any specific clinical conditions.
+==Development==
+The development of the interthalamic adhesion occurs during fetal growth, but the factors that determine its presence or size are not well understood. It is thought to form as the thalami develop and grow towards each other during brain development.
+==Also see==
+* [[Thalamus]]
+* [[Third ventricle]]
+* [[Gray matter]]
+* [[Brain anatomy]]
+==References==
+* {{Cite book |last=Standring |first=Susan |title=Gray's Anatomy: The Anatomical Basis of Clinical Practice |edition=41st |year=2016 |publisher=Elsevier |isbn=978-0-7020-5230-9}}
+* {{Cite journal |last1=Jones |first1=Edward G. |title=The Thalamus |journal=Neuroscience |year=2007 |volume=145 |issue=3 |pages=567–582 |doi=10.1016/j.neuroscience.2006.12.002}}
-== Research and Study ==
-Researchers continue to study the interthalamic adhesion to better understand its evolutionary history and any potential functional significance in the human brain. Advanced neuroimaging techniques have allowed for more detailed examinations of this structure.
-{{stub}}
 [[Category:Neuroanatomy]]
-[[Category:Brain Structures]]
+[[Category:Thalamus]]
-[[Category:Neurology]]
-[[Category:Vestigial Structures]]