Basal Ganglia

NeuroanatomyUpdated 1 min read

Basal Ganglia Nuclei

NucleusFunction
Caudate nucleusMovement planning
PutamenMotor execution
Globus pallidus externusIndirect pathway
Globus pallidus internusOutput nucleus
Subthalamic nucleusExcites GPi
Substantia nigra pars compactaDopamine
Substantia nigra pars reticulataOutput nucleus