Sylvian point
Sylvian Point
The Sylvian Point is a significant anatomical landmark located in the human brain. It is named after the French physician and anatomist, Franciscus Sylvius, who first described it in the 17th century. The Sylvian Point is situated at the anterior end of the Sylvian fissure, also known as the lateral sulcus, which separates the temporal lobe from the frontal lobe and parietal lobe.
Anatomy[edit | edit source]
The Sylvian Point is found on the lateral surface of the brain, marking the anterior limit of the Sylvian fissure. This fissure is one of the most prominent and easily identifiable features of the brain's surface anatomy. It begins at the Sylvian Point and extends posteriorly and superiorly towards the occipital lobe.
Clinical Significance[edit | edit source]
The Sylvian Point and the Sylvian fissure are important landmarks in neurosurgery. They provide a reference point for surgeons during procedures such as craniotomy and brain tumor removal. Additionally, the area around the Sylvian fissure, including the Sylvian Point, is often affected in conditions such as stroke and epilepsy.
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