pontine

/pɒnˈtaɪn/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to the pons, a part of the brainstem

“The pontine nuclei are a group of neurons involved in motor coordination.”

2. noun

A pontine is a type of brainstem stroke or injury that affects the pons.

“The patient suffered a pontine injury in the car accident.”

Synonyms

  • brainstem
  • pons

Antonyms

  • cerebral
  • cortical