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Cerebellum
Lobes
Anterior cerebellar lobe
Posterior cerebellar lobe
Flocculonodular lobe:
Nodule
in midline
Flocculus
out laterally.
Zones
Vermis (in midline)
Paravermis (aka the intermediate zone)
Hemisphere (aka the lateral zone)
Functional modules
Vestibulocerebellum (aka Archicerebellum)
It is important for equilibrium and eye movements.
Clinical Correlation -
Nystagmus
Spinocerebellum (aka Paleocerebellum)
It plays a major role in postural stability.
Clinical Correlations - Truncal ataxia,
Gait Ataxia
Pontocerebellum (aka Neocerebellum)
It is geared towards fine motor movements, which are typically goal-oriented.
Clinical Correlation -
Incoordination
Somatotopic organization
Unilateral cerebellar lesions affect the ipsilateral side of the body.
The midline cerebellum plays a role in posture whereas the lateral cerebellum assists in fine motor, goal-oriented skills.
Related Tutorials
Introduction to Neuroanatomy
Pathways & Midline Structures of Cerebellum
Cerebellar Histology & Circuitry
Cerebellar Anatomy - Advanced