Middle cerebellar peduncle
Middle Cerebellar Peduncle
The Middle Cerebellar Peduncle (MCP, pronounced: /ˈmɪdəl ˌsɛrəˈbɛlər pɪˈdʌŋkəl/), also known as Brachium Pontis (pronounced: /ˈbreɪkiəm ˈpɒntɪs/), is a part of the human brain. It is one of the three paired cerebellar peduncles that connect the cerebellum to the brain stem. The term "peduncle" is derived from the Latin word "pedunculus", meaning "little foot".
Structure
The Middle Cerebellar Peduncle is the largest of the three cerebellar peduncles. It is located on each side of the pons, a part of the brainstem. The MCP is primarily composed of fibers coming from the contralateral pontine nuclei that cross the midline within the pons before entering the cerebellum.
Function
The primary function of the Middle Cerebellar Peduncle is to carry information about voluntary movement from the cerebral cortex to the cerebellum. This information is used by the cerebellum to coordinate and fine-tune motor movements.
Clinical Significance
Damage to the Middle Cerebellar Peduncle can result in a variety of neurological disorders, including ataxia, a lack of voluntary coordination of muscle movements, and nystagmus, a condition of involuntary eye movement.
See Also
References
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Middle cerebellar peduncle
- Wikipedia's article - Middle cerebellar peduncle
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