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Encéphale

Encephalon

The command center of the nervous system, the brain processes sensory information, controls motor function, regulates homeostasis, and generates consciousness, thought, memory, emotion, and language. It is the largest part of the central nervous system, weighing approximately 1.4 kilograms in adults, and comprises the cerebrum with its two hemispheres and frontal, parietal, temporal, and occipital lobes, the cerebellum, and the brainstem, formed by the midbrain, pons, and medulla oblongata. The meninges and cerebrospinal fluid protect it. Stroke, or cerebrovascular accident, is a leading cause of disability, and traumatic brain injury ranges from concussion to severe diffuse axonal injury. Neurodegenerative diseases affecting the organ include Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease, and amyotrophic lateral sclerosis.

La plus grande partie du système nerveux central, pesant environ 1.4 kg chez l'adulte. Il comprend le cerveau (deux hémisphères avec les lobes frontal, pariétal, temporal et occipital), le cervelet et le tronc cérébral (mésencéphale, protubérance et bulbe rachidien). Il est protégé par les méninges et le liquide céphalo-rachidien.

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Type Organ
Système corporel Nerveux
Région corporelle Encéphale
Nom latin Encephalon
FMA ID 50801

Fonction

Le centre de commande du système nerveux, responsable du traitement des informations sensorielles, du contrôle des fonctions motrices, de la régulation de l'homéostasie et de la génération de la conscience, de la pensée, de la mémoire, des émotions et du langage.

Signification clinique

L'accident vasculaire cérébral (AVC) est une cause majeure de handicap. Le traumatisme crânien va de la commotion cérébrale à la lésion axonale diffuse grave. Les maladies neurodégénératives comprennent la maladie d'Alzheimer, la maladie de Parkinson et la SLA.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the main parts of the brain?

The brain is divided into three main regions: the cerebrum (the largest part, responsible for higher functions such as thought, language, and voluntary movement), the cerebellum (coordinating movement and balance), and the brainstem (regulating vital autonomic functions including breathing, heart rate, and consciousness). The cerebrum is further divided into four lobes: frontal, parietal, temporal, and occipital.

How much does the brain weigh?

The adult human brain weighs approximately 1,300–1,400 grams (about 3 pounds), representing roughly 2% of body weight. Despite its small mass, it consumes approximately 20% of the body's total energy and oxygen supply. Brain volume is approximately 1,200–1,500 cubic centimeters, with considerable variation among individuals.

What is the brain protected by?

The brain is protected by the skull (cranium), three layers of membranes called meninges (dura mater, arachnoid mater, and pia mater), and cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) that cushions the brain within the subarachnoid space. The blood-brain barrier, formed by specialized endothelial cells in cerebral blood vessels, further regulates which substances can enter brain tissue.

References

  1. Foundational Model of Anatomy — FMA:50801 Reference anatomy ontology (University of Washington)
  2. UBERON — UBERON:0000955 Cross-species anatomy ontology (EMBL-EBI Ontology Lookup Service)
  3. Wikipedia — Encéphale Encyclopedia article (verified cross-reference)

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Data sources: Terminologia Anatomica, Foundational Model of Anatomy, Wikidata.