Thalamic
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /θəˈlæ.mɪk/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Thalamic is an adjective meaning (anatomy) Of or pertaining to the thalamus.
Meaning
(anatomy) Of or pertaining to the thalamus.
Example Sentences
Using Diffusion Tensor Imaging Fiber Tracking (DTI FT) the authors describe potential converging ascending and descending MFB and anterior thalamic radiation (ATR) that may mediate major brain reward-seeking and punishment functions. Authors highlight novel connectivity, such as supero-lateral-branch MFB and ATR convergence, caudally as well as rostrally, in the anterior limb of the internal capsule and medial prefrontal cortex.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include metathalamic, subthalamic, tectothalamic, mammillothalamic, thalamo-amygdalar, hypothalamic.
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