Nucleus Subthalamicus: Structure, Function & Diseases

The nucleus subthalamicus is a nucleus (Latin nucleus) located under (Latin sub) the thalamus, the largest part of the diencephalon. In professional circles, the abbreviation STN is mostly used today. Its formerly used epithet, Luysi body, on the other hand, goes back to its discoverer. What is the nucleus subthalamicus? The nucleus subthalamicus, along with … Nucleus Subthalamicus: Structure, Function & Diseases