tegmentum mesencephali

Introduction

The tegmentum mesencephali is the major part of the mesencephalon or midbrain that extends from the substantia nigra to the level of the cerebral aqueduct. Tegmentum, more generally means 'roof or covering'.

More general terms

• brain structure

Component of

• mesencephalon (midbrain)

Components

• lateral dorsal tegmental nucleus
• periaqueductal gray
• ventral tegmental area