brain

Encephalon humanum

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The brain lies within the cranial cavity and continues into the spinal cord through the foramen magnum.
Its main regions are the cerebrum, diencephalon, brainstem and cerebellum.
The meninges and cerebrospinal fluid surround and protect the brain.
The internal carotid artery and vertebral artery supply the brain through interconnected arterial pathways.
Different brain regions contribute to sensation, movement, memory, thought and the regulation of internal body functions.

main organ of the human nervous system

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Arterial supply: internal carotid artery, vertebral artery, cerebral arterial circle, anterior cerebral artery, posterior cerebral artery
Venous drainage: internal jugular vein, Internal cerebral veins

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