Amnesia in man following transection of the fornix. A review.
review · Level V
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Abstract
Published accounts of the effects of fornix damage on memory in man are critically evaluated. Most weight is given to cases of surgical transection of the fornix, though other causes of fornix damage are briefly discussed. It is concluded that fornix transection causes amnesia.
Medical subject headings
- Amnesia
- Brain Injuries
- Hippocampus