BIGEMINAL BODIES Meaning and
Definition
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Bigeminal bodies are anatomical structures found within the central nervous system, particularly in the brain. Specifically, they refer to paired groups of nerve cells or nuclei that are closely located to each other, resembling a twin or double structure. These bodies are commonly observed in the medulla oblongata, a region of the brainstem that connects the spinal cord to the higher brain structures.
The term "bigeminal bodies" is often used more specifically to refer to two specific pairs of structures. Firstly, the "bigeminal respiratory-related" or simply "respiratory" bodies, also known as the parabrachial nuclei, are located in the dorsal lateral pons, near the medulla oblongata. These nuclei play an important role in the regulation and coordination of respiratory functions.
Secondly, the "bigeminal sensory-related" or "sensory" bodies, known as the inferior colliculi, are located in the midbrain, superior to the pons. These structures are crucial components of the auditory pathway, receiving and processing sound information from various sources, and relaying it to higher brain structures for further analysis and interpretation.
Overall, the term "bigeminal bodies" refers to paired groups of nerve cells or nuclei found in the brainstem, particularly the medulla oblongata, and it commonly encompasses the parabrachial nuclei and the inferior colliculi.
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Corpora bigemina the anterior pair, or nates, of the corpora quadrigemina of the brain.
A practical medical dictionary. By Stedman, Thomas Lathrop. Published 1920.
Common Misspellings for BIGEMINAL BODIES
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Etymology of BIGEMINAL BODIES
The word "bigeminal" is derived from the Latin word "bigeminus", which means "twofold" or "double". It is formed by combining "bi-" meaning "two" and "geminus" meaning "twin". "Bodies" in this term refers to clusters or groups of cells or structures. Therefore, "bigeminal bodies" essentially refers to clusters or groups that are arranged in a twin or double fashion.
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