Peduncle (anatomy)

Peduncle refers to a stem or stalk-like structure in anatomy that connects various parts of the body. In the context of anatomy, peduncles can be found in various parts of the body, including the brain, where they are known as cerebral peduncles, and the cerebellum, where they are known as cerebellar peduncles.

Cerebral Peduncles

The cerebral peduncles are two stalk-like structures that emerge from the cerebrum and connect it to the brainstem. They are made up of white matter and contain large bundles of axons that carry information between the cerebrum and the brainstem.

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Cerebral Peduncle

Cerebellar Peduncles

The cerebellar peduncles are three pairs of stalk-like structures that connect the cerebellum to the brainstem. They are responsible for carrying information between the cerebellum and other parts of the brain.

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Cerebellar Peduncle

Other Peduncles

Peduncles can also be found in other parts of the body, such as the ovary, where the ovarian peduncle connects the ovary to the abdominal wall, and the eye, where the optic peduncle connects the eye to the brain.

See Also

• Brainstem
• Cerebrum
• Cerebellum
• Ovary
• Eye