Thalamic
Thalamic
Thalamic (/θəˈlæmɪk/; from Greek thalamos, meaning "inner chamber") refers to anything related to the Thalamus, a large mass of gray matter located in the dorsal part of the Diencephalon in the brain. The thalamus is responsible for relaying sensory and motor signals to the Cerebral Cortex, and the regulation of consciousness, sleep, and alertness.
Etymology
The term "Thalamic" is derived from the Greek word thalamos, which translates to "inner chamber". This is in reference to the position of the thalamus within the brain, as it is deeply situated between the cerebral cortex and the midbrain.
Related Terms
- Thalamus: The large mass of gray matter in the brain to which the term "Thalamic" refers.
- Thalamic Pain Syndrome: A condition characterized by chronic and severe pain, often associated with a lesion in the thalamus.
- Thalamic Stroke: A type of stroke that occurs when blood flow to the thalamus is interrupted.
- Thalamocortical Radiations: Fibers that connect the thalamus to the cerebral cortex.
- Thalamic Nuclei: Various groups of nerve cells present in the thalamus.
Pronunciation
Thalamic is pronounced as /θəˈlæmɪk/.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Thalamic
- Wikipedia's article - Thalamic
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