Mammillotegmental fasciculus

Mammillotegmental fasciculus is a part of the brain that connects the mammillary bodies to the tegmentum. It is a component of the limbic system, which is involved in emotion, long-term memory, and behavior.

Anatomy

The mammillotegmental fasciculus originates in the mammillary bodies, which are a pair of small round bodies located on the undersurface of the brain. It then travels to the tegmentum, which is a part of the brainstem. The mammillotegmental fasciculus is one of several tracts that connect the mammillary bodies to other parts of the brain.

Function

The mammillotegmental fasciculus is involved in the transmission of information related to emotion and memory. It is thought to play a role in the regulation of emotional responses and the formation of long-term memories.

Clinical significance

Damage to the mammillotegmental fasciculus can result in a variety of neurological and psychiatric symptoms. These can include memory loss, emotional instability, and changes in behavior. In severe cases, damage to this tract can contribute to conditions such as Korsakoff's syndrome, which is characterized by severe memory loss.

See also

• Mammillary bodies
• Tegmentum
• Limbic system
• Korsakoff's syndrome

References

Mammillotegmental fasciculus Resources
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