Supracallosal gyrus

Supracallosal gyrus is a part of the brain that is located above the corpus callosum, the thick band of nerve fibers that connects the two hemispheres of the brain. It is also known as the indusium griseum and the gyrus epicallosalis.

The supracallosal gyrus is a thin, elongated structure that extends from the splenium of the corpus callosum to the genu. It is part of the limbic system, a complex system of nerves and networks in the brain that controls basic emotions and drives.

The supracallosal gyrus is composed of two layers of gray matter. The outer layer is continuous with the cortex of the cingulate gyrus, while the inner layer is continuous with the hippocampus.

The function of the supracallosal gyrus is not fully understood. However, it is believed to be involved in various cognitive and emotional processes. Some studies suggest that it may play a role in memory formation and retrieval, as well as in the regulation of emotional responses.

The supracallosal gyrus is also of interest in the study of various neurological and psychiatric disorders. For example, abnormalities in the supracallosal gyrus have been observed in patients with schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and major depressive disorder.

Further research is needed to fully understand the role of the supracallosal gyrus in the brain and its potential implications for understanding and treating neurological and psychiatric disorders.

See also

• Brain
• Corpus callosum
• Limbic system
• Cingulate gyrus
• Hippocampus