Zones of hypothalamus

The zones of the hypothalamus are methodically segmented in the coronal plane into three distinct regions that run from medial to lateral, aiding in the identification of various hypothalamic nuclei.

These zones include the periventricular zone, situated closest to the third ventricle, which plays a critical role in regulating neuroendocrine functions; the medial zone, located between the periventricular and lateral zones, involved in various homeostatic processes; and the lateral zone, containing nuclei essential for integrating sensory information and coordinating responses related to feeding and emotional behavior.

This structured delineation enhances understanding of the hypothalamus's functional organization and its role in overall neural activity.