The Basal Ganglia Flashcards
1
Q
Name the basal nuclei.
A
Lentiform and caudate nuclei and substantia nigra.
2
Q
What happens if the basal nuclei are damaged?
A
Causes dyskinesia.
3
Q
What is the likely consequence of damage to the caudate or lentiform nuclei?
A
Dyskinesia usually in the form of chorea (dance like movements) or athetosis (slow writhing movements of limbs).
4
Q
What happens if the substantia nigra degenerates?
A
Parkinson’s disease.
