Sulcus (morphology)

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== Sulcus (morphology) ==

A sulcus (plural: sulci) is a groove or furrow, especially one on the surface of the brain. In anatomy, sulci are used to describe the grooves that separate the gyri (ridges) of the brain. These structures are significant in the study of neuroanatomy and are essential for understanding the brain's surface anatomy.

Brain Sulci[edit | edit source]

The brain's surface is characterized by a complex pattern of sulci and gyri, which increase the surface area of the cerebral cortex and allow for a greater number of neurons within the limited volume of the skull. Some of the major sulci in the human brain include:

Function[edit | edit source]

Sulci play a crucial role in the organization of the brain's surface. They help to delineate the boundaries between different brain lobes and cortical areas, which are associated with various functions such as motor control, sensory perception, language, and visual processing.

Clinical Significance[edit | edit source]

Abnormalities in the development or structure of sulci can be indicative of various neurological conditions. For example, a lack of normal sulci formation, known as lissencephaly, is associated with severe developmental and cognitive impairments. Additionally, changes in sulcal patterns can be observed in conditions such as Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia.

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