The name refers collectively to the cuneate nucleus and gracile nucleus, which are present at the junction between the spinal cord and the medulla oblongata.
On changes to the cerebellum, pons and the medulla oblongata, caused by hydrocephalus of the cerebrum.
Muscular coordination and posture are controlled by the cerebellum, and the medulla oblongata regulates respiration, digestion and other automatic functions.
Note that the old name was primarily descriptive, evoking the pyramids of antiquity, from the appearance of this neural pathway in the medulla oblongata.
It is thought that a number of loosely organized neuronal networks within the medulla oblongata probably interact to coordinate the emetic reflex.
It occurs when there is damage to the dorsolateral or posterior lateral medulla oblongata.
Infarction of the pons and medulla oblongata in the brain may cause pathological laughter.
He published numerous essays on the anatomy and physiology of the medulla oblongata and spinal cord.
