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Heschl's gyri - definition

also known as the transverse temporal gyri, Heschl’s gyri are a collection of gyri found buried deep within the lateral sulcus in the temporal lobe. Heschl’s gyri are typically the location of the primary auditory cortex.

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Heschl s gyrus

A coronal section of the left hemisphere that shows the location of one of Heschl’s gyri.