dorsal cochlear nucleus
DCo
The dorsal cochlear nucleus (DCN, also known as the 'tuberculum acousticum'), is a cortex-like structure on the dorso-lateral surface of the brainstem. Along with the ventral cochlear nucleus, it forms the cochlear nucleus, where all auditory nerve fibers from the cochlea form their first synapses. [WP,unvetted].
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| Tipo | Nerve |
| Estructura principal | cochlear nucleus |
| Nombre latino | DCo |
| FMA ID | 54624 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the dorsal cochlear nucleus?
The dorsal cochlear nucleus (DCN, also known as the 'tuberculum acousticum'), is a cortex-like structure on the dorso-lateral surface of the brainstem. Along with the ventral cochlear nucleus, it forms the cochlear nucleus, where all auditory nerve fibers from the cochlea form their first synapses.
What is the Latin name for the dorsal cochlear nucleus?
The Latin name for the dorsal cochlear nucleus is DCo.
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Data sources: Terminologia Anatomica, Foundational Model of Anatomy, Wikidata.
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