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pontine

(PON-teen)
Having to do with the pons (part of the central nervous system, located at the base of the brain, between the medulla oblongata and the midbrain).
Drawing of brain anatomy showing the brain stem, pons, medulla, spinal cord, cerebellum, cerebrum, meninges, ventricles (fluid-filled spaces), and skull.Enlarge this image in new window
Anatomy of the brain, showing the cerebrum, cerebellum, brain stem, and other parts of the brain.
Drawing of brain anatomy showing the brain stem, pons, medulla, spinal cord, cerebellum, cerebrum, meninges, ventricles (fluid-filled spaces), and skull.Enlarge this image in new window
Anatomy of the brain, showing the cerebrum, cerebellum, brain stem, and other parts of the brain.
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