Abstract
We describe a persistent behavioral disorder associated with bilateral destruction of the head of the caudate nuclei. The findings in this case support a role for the caudate nuclei in behavioral functions and are interpreted in view of recent anatomical and physiological information on the connections of the caudate nuclei with the prefrontal cortex.
Publication types
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Case Reports
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Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
MeSH terms
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Adult
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Basal Ganglia Diseases / complications*
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Basal Ganglia Diseases / physiopathology
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Caudate Nucleus / diagnostic imaging
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Caudate Nucleus / pathology*
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Cognition Disorders / etiology*
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Cognition Disorders / physiopathology
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Female
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Humans
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Intelligence Tests
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Mental Disorders / etiology*
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Mental Disorders / physiopathology
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Neuropsychological Tests
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Tomography, X-Ray Computed