corpus callosum Flashcards
1
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Corpus Callosum (2)
A
Fibers that connect the two hemispheres
Allow close communication between left and right hemisphere
2
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Split-Brain Procedure: (2)
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Surgeons cut the corpus callosum to prevent seizures from spreading between hemispheres.
Two hemispheres become isolated, leading to distinct functions in each hemisphere.
3
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Right visual field:
A
Patients can name and identify objects with their right hand.
4
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Left visual field:
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patients cannot name objects but can identify them using their left hand.
5
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Receives information from the right visual field and right side of the body.
is responsible for language processing.
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Left hemisphere:
6
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Receives information from the left visual field and left side of the body.
A
Right hemisphere
