lateral occipital sulcus

lateral occipital sulcus (H)

In the occipital lobe, the lateral occipital sulcus extends from behind forward, and divides the lateral surface of the occipital lobe into a superior and an inferior gyrus, which are continuous in front with the parietal and temporal lobes. [WP,unvetted].

Type Organ
Parent Structure sulcus of brain
Latin Name lateral occipital sulcus (H)
FMA ID 83785

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the lateral occipital sulcus?
In the occipital lobe, the lateral occipital sulcus extends from behind forward, and divides the lateral surface of the occipital lobe into a superior and an inferior gyrus, which are continuous in front with the parietal and temporal lobes. [WP,unvetted].
What is the Latin name for the lateral occipital sulcus?
The Latin name for the lateral occipital sulcus is lateral occipital sulcus (H).

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