nucleus of the mammillary peduncle

The term nucleus of the mammillary peduncle refers to a substructure of the ventral tegmental area in nonprimates. Its existence in humans is disputed ( Crosby-1962 ).

Also known as: nucleus of the mammillary peduncle

NeuroNames ID: 1503

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Homo sapiens (human)

nucleus of the mammillary peduncle

Crosby-1962

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