Rhinencephalon

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Rhinencephalon is a part of the brain that is associated with the sense of smell. It is also known as the "smell brain" or "nose brain". The term "rhinencephalon" is derived from the Greek words "rhin", meaning nose, and "encephalon", meaning brain.

Anatomy[edit | edit source]

The rhinencephalon is located in the forebrain, specifically in the telencephalon. It includes the olfactory bulb, olfactory tract, olfactory cortex, piriform cortex, entorhinal cortex, periamygdaloid cortex, and the amygdala.

Function[edit | edit source]

The primary function of the rhinencephalon is to process olfactory information. It receives sensory input from the olfactory receptors in the nose and sends this information to other parts of the brain for further processing and interpretation.

Clinical significance[edit | edit source]

Damage to the rhinencephalon can result in a loss of smell, a condition known as anosmia. This can be caused by a variety of factors, including head trauma, infections, and certain neurological disorders such as Parkinson's disease and Alzheimer's disease.

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