Spiral ganglion
Cluster of nerve cells in the cochlea
Spiral Ganglion[edit | edit source]
The spiral ganglion is a group of nerve cells located in the cochlea of the inner ear. These cells are responsible for transmitting auditory information from the hair cells of the cochlea to the brain. The spiral ganglion plays a crucial role in the process of hearing.
Anatomy[edit | edit source]
The spiral ganglion is situated within the bony core of the cochlea, known as the modiolus. It consists of bipolar neurons whose cell bodies form a spiral shape, hence the name "spiral ganglion." These neurons are classified as type I and type II, with type I neurons being more numerous and primarily innervating the inner hair cells, while type II neurons innervate the outer hair cells.
Function[edit | edit source]
The primary function of the spiral ganglion is to relay auditory signals from the hair cells of the cochlea to the auditory nerve, which then transmits these signals to the auditory cortex in the brain. The hair cells convert sound vibrations into electrical signals, which are then picked up by the dendrites of the spiral ganglion neurons.
Clinical Significance[edit | edit source]
Damage to the spiral ganglion can result in sensorineural hearing loss, as the transmission of auditory information to the brain is impaired. Conditions such as acoustic neuroma, ototoxicity, and age-related hearing loss can affect the spiral ganglion.
Development[edit | edit source]
The development of the spiral ganglion begins during the embryonic stage, with the differentiation of neural crest cells into the bipolar neurons that will form the ganglion. This process is crucial for the proper formation of the auditory pathway.
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