Mesencephalon/Definition

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A definition or brief description of Mesencephalon.

Portion of the brain located superior to the pons and medulla and containing the motor nuclei of the ocular motor and trochlear nerves, and the major pathways and decussations of fibers from the cerebrum and cerebellum.