Pallidum [Globus pallidus]
Pallidum [Globus pallidus]
Definition
The pallidum (globus pallidus) is a basal nucleus medial to the putamen, with a reticulated structure, separated by internal and external medullary laminae, which controls movement by regulating thalamocortical circuit activity through inhibition of the endopeduncular nucleus.
References
Evans HE, de Lahunta A. Miller’s anatomy of the dog, 4th edition, Elsevier Saunders, St Louis, 2012.
