Tag: Lingual gyrus

May 18, 2026 / Mohammed looti

LINGUAL GYRUS

Anatomical Foundations and Structural Orientation of the Lingual Gyrus The lingual gyrus represents a significant neuroanatomical structure located on the medial surface of the occipital lobe. This structure is distinguished by its unique morphology, which historically earned its name due to a perceived resemblance to a tongue. It is situated between the calcarine sulcus, which […]

November 28, 2025 / Mohammed looti

POTZL’S SYNDROME

Introduction and Definition Potzl’s Syndrome (PzS) is a rare and highly specific neurocognitive disorder characterized by a triad of symptoms resulting from focal cerebral lesions. Classified primarily as a disconnection syndrome, PzS provides crucial insights into the neural architecture required for reading, visual processing, and color perception. The core features of the syndrome include pure […]