cingulate gyrus

cingular gyrus

One of the convolutions on the medial surface of the cerebral hemisphere. It surrounds the rostral part of the brain and interhemispheric commissure and forms part of the limbic system. (MSH) One of three essential structures comprising the limbic lobe, the other two being the hippocampus and parahippocampal gyrus. (CSP).

Type Organ
Parent Structure gyrus
Latin Name cingular gyrus
FMA ID 62434

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the cingulate gyrus?
One of the convolutions on the medial surface of the cerebral hemisphere. It surrounds the rostral part of the brain and interhemispheric commissure and forms part of the limbic system. (MSH) One of three essential structures comprising the limbic lobe, the other two being the hippocampus and parahi
What is the Latin name for the cingulate gyrus?
The Latin name for the cingulate gyrus is cingular gyrus.

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