VI Abducent Flashcards
1
Q
What is the origin of abducent nerves?
A
Abducent nucleus in lower pons at level of facial colliculus
2
Q
Where does Abducent nerve exit the brain?
A
Pontomedullary junction between basilar pons and pyramid
3
Q
Function of Abducent nerve
A
Extraocular movement (lateral rectus muscle)
4
Q
Examination of Abducent nerve
A
Lateral eye movement
5
Q
Lesion of Abducent nerve
A
Diplopia and medial strabismus
6
Q
Where does Abducent nerve exit the skull?
A
Superior Orbital fissure