Cingulate sulcus

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== Cingulate Sulcus ==

The cingulate sulcus is a prominent sulcus on the medial aspect of the cerebral cortex in the brain. It is an important anatomical landmark that separates the cingulate gyrus from the superior frontal gyrus and the paracentral lobule.

Anatomy

The cingulate sulcus runs parallel to the corpus callosum, extending from the subcallosal area anteriorly to the paracentral lobule posteriorly. It is typically divided into two parts: the anterior cingulate sulcus and the posterior cingulate sulcus. The anterior part is located in the frontal lobe, while the posterior part is situated in the parietal lobe.

Function

The cingulate sulcus is closely associated with the cingulate cortex, which plays a crucial role in various cognitive and emotional processes. The cingulate cortex is involved in functions such as emotion, learning, memory, and executive function. It is also implicated in the regulation of autonomic functions and pain perception.

Clinical Significance

Abnormalities in the cingulate sulcus and the cingulate cortex have been linked to several neurological and psychiatric conditions, including schizophrenia, depression, and obsessive-compulsive disorder. Damage to this area can result in deficits in emotional processing and executive function.

Related Structures

• Cingulate gyrus
• Corpus callosum
• Superior frontal gyrus
• Paracentral lobule
• Subcallosal area

See Also

• Cerebral cortex
• Sulcus (neuroanatomy)
• Cingulate cortex
• Frontal lobe
• Parietal lobe