Interpolar part of spinal trigeminal nucleus
Pars interpolaris nuclei spinalis nervi trigeminalis
- Latin synonym: Subnucleus interpolaris
- Synonym: Interpolar subnucleus
- Related terms: Interpolar subnucleus; Interpolar part
Definition
Interpolar part is a part of the spinal nucleus of the trigeminal nerve adjacent to the caudal part and distinguishable from it in terms of cytoarchitecture. Termination site for tactile afferents from the entire trigeminal nerve as well as cranial nerves VII, IX, X and cervical nerves.
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