Term Name: subthalamic fasciculus
Synonyms: fasciculus subthalamicus, subthalamic fascicle, subthalamic fasciculus
Definition: The subthalamic fasciculus is a tract which connects the subthalamic nucleus and the globus pallidus. It is a bidirectional connection between the GP and the subthalamic nucleus, including (1) fibers running from the GPe to the subthalamic nucleus, and (2) fibers running from the STN back to the GP.
Ontology: Uberon Ontology [UBERON:0022256]

Relationships
is part of: forebrain ipsilateral fiber tracts
is a type of: fasciculus of brain