Longitudinal callosal fascicle

Longitudinal Callosal Fascicle

The Corpus Callosum, where the Longitudinal Callosal Fascicle is located

The Longitudinal Callosal Fascicle is a significant component of the human brain's white matter, specifically located within the corpus callosum. It is a bundle of nerve fibers that plays a crucial role in the communication between the two hemispheres of the brain.

Anatomy

The Longitudinal Callosal Fascicle is situated in the corpus callosum, the largest white matter structure in the brain. The corpus callosum is a broad band of nerve fibers that connects the left and right cerebral hemispheres, facilitating interhemispheric communication. The Longitudinal Callosal Fascicle is one of the many fiber tracts that make up this structure.

Function

The primary function of the Longitudinal Callosal Fascicle is to facilitate communication between the two hemispheres of the brain. It allows for the transfer of motor, sensory, and cognitive information between the hemispheres, contributing to the integration of these functions.

Clinical Significance

Damage to the Longitudinal Callosal Fascicle can result in a variety of neurological disorders, including split-brain syndrome and alien hand syndrome. These conditions are characterized by a disconnection between the two hemispheres of the brain, leading to a range of symptoms such as difficulty coordinating movements and loss of control over one's actions.

See Also

• Corpus Callosum
• White Matter
• Split-brain
• Alien hand syndrome