Brodmann area 43

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Brodmann area 43

Brodmann area 43 is a region of the human brain that is part of the cerebral cortex. It is also known as the subcentral area (SCA) and is located in the lateral sulcus.

Anatomy

Brodmann area 43 is located in the postcentral gyrus and the precentral gyrus, which are part of the frontal lobe and the parietal lobe respectively. It is situated in the depth of the lateral sulcus, posterior to the area 44 and anterior to the area 3.

Function

The exact function of Brodmann area 43 is not fully understood. However, it is believed to play a role in the processing of somatosensory information, particularly related to the face and mouth. Some studies suggest that it may also be involved in the perception of pain and temperature.

Clinical significance

Alterations or damage to Brodmann area 43 can lead to various neurological and psychiatric conditions. For instance, lesions in this area have been associated with somatosensory deficits and aphasia, a language disorder that affects a person's ability to communicate.

See also

• Brodmann area
• Cerebral cortex
• Frontal lobe
• Parietal lobe

External links

• Brodmann area 43 at BrainInfo