splenium of the corpus callosum

corpus callosum splenium

The posterior end of the corpus callosum. It overlaps the tela chorioidea of the third ventricle and the mid-brain, and ends in a thick, convex, free border.

Type Organ
Parent Structure cerebral hemisphere white matter
Latin Name corpus callosum splenium
FMA ID 61948

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the splenium of the corpus callosum?
The posterior end of the corpus callosum. It overlaps the tela chorioidea of the third ventricle and the mid-brain, and ends in a thick, convex, free border.
What is the Latin name for the splenium of the corpus callosum?
The Latin name for the splenium of the corpus callosum is corpus callosum splenium.

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