lateral hypothalamic nucleus
areas of Economo
The lateral hypothalamus or lateral hypothalamic area is a part of the hypothalamus. It is concerned with hunger. Damage to this area can cause reduced food intake. Stimulating the lateral hypothalamus causes a desire to eat, while stimulating the ventromedial hypothalamus causes a desire to stop eating.
| Type | Nerve |
| Parent Structure | hypothalamic nucleus |
| Latin Name | areas of Economo |
| FMA ID | 62337 |
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