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Definition of Globus pallidus
1. Noun. The inner pale yellow part of the lenticular nucleus.
Exact synonyms: Paleostriatum, Pallidum
Generic synonyms: Basal Ganglion
Group relationships: Lenticular Nucleus, Lentiform Nucleus
Generic synonyms: Basal Ganglion
Group relationships: Lenticular Nucleus, Lentiform Nucleus
Medical Definition of Globus pallidus
1. The representation of the phylogenetically oldest part of the corpus striatum called the paleostriatum. It forms the smaller, more medial part of the lentiform nucleus. (12 Dec 1998)