Brodmann area 32
Brodmann area 32
Brodmann area 32 (BA32) is a subdivision of the cerebral cortex in the human brain. It is part of the cingulate cortex, which is located in the medial aspect of the brain. BA32 is involved in a variety of complex functions, including emotional processing, decision-making, and cognitive control.
Anatomy[edit | edit source]
Brodmann area 32 is situated in the anterior cingulate cortex, which is part of the limbic system. It is located anterior to Brodmann area 24 and superior to Brodmann area 25. The area is bounded by the superior frontal gyrus and the paracingulate gyrus.
Cytoarchitecture[edit | edit source]
The cytoarchitecture of Brodmann area 32 is characterized by a distinct layering pattern of neurons. It is part of the isocortex, which is the most evolved part of the cerebral cortex. The area is defined by its unique cellular composition and organization, which differentiates it from adjacent cortical areas.
Function[edit | edit source]
Brodmann area 32 plays a crucial role in various higher-order functions. It is involved in the regulation of emotions, particularly in the processing of fear and anxiety. The area is also implicated in cognitive control and decision-making, contributing to the evaluation of options and the selection of appropriate responses.
Clinical significance[edit | edit source]
Dysfunction in Brodmann area 32 has been associated with several neuropsychiatric disorders, including depression, anxiety disorders, and schizophrenia. Abnormal activity in this area can lead to impaired emotional regulation and decision-making processes.
Related pages[edit | edit source]
Search WikiMD
Ad.Tired of being Overweight? Try W8MD's physician weight loss program.
Semaglutide (Ozempic / Wegovy and Tirzepatide (Mounjaro / Zepbound) available.
Advertise on WikiMD
|
WikiMD's Wellness Encyclopedia |
| Let Food Be Thy Medicine Medicine Thy Food - Hippocrates |
Translate this page: - East Asian
中文,
日本,
한국어,
South Asian
हिन्दी,
தமிழ்,
తెలుగు,
Urdu,
ಕನ್ನಡ,
Southeast Asian
Indonesian,
Vietnamese,
Thai,
မြန်မာဘာသာ,
বাংলা
European
español,
Deutsch,
français,
Greek,
português do Brasil,
polski,
română,
русский,
Nederlands,
norsk,
svenska,
suomi,
Italian
Middle Eastern & African
عربى,
Turkish,
Persian,
Hebrew,
Afrikaans,
isiZulu,
Kiswahili,
Other
Bulgarian,
Hungarian,
Czech,
Swedish,
മലയാളം,
मराठी,
ਪੰਜਾਬੀ,
ગુજરાતી,
Portuguese,
Ukrainian
Medical Disclaimer: WikiMD is not a substitute for professional medical advice. The information on WikiMD is provided as an information resource only, may be incorrect, outdated or misleading, and is not to be used or relied on for any diagnostic or treatment purposes. Please consult your health care provider before making any healthcare decisions or for guidance about a specific medical condition. WikiMD expressly disclaims responsibility, and shall have no liability, for any damages, loss, injury, or liability whatsoever suffered as a result of your reliance on the information contained in this site. By visiting this site you agree to the foregoing terms and conditions, which may from time to time be changed or supplemented by WikiMD. If you do not agree to the foregoing terms and conditions, you should not enter or use this site. See full disclaimer.
Credits:Most images are courtesy of Wikimedia commons, and templates, categories Wikipedia, licensed under CC BY SA or similar.
Contributors: Prab R. Tumpati, MD
