metencephalon

• Substantivo que designa a parte do rombencéfalo que se desenvolve no ponta e no cerebelo.

A noun referring to the part of the hindbrain that develops into the pons and the cerebellum.

1. Part of the brainC2formalmedical

   The part of the hindbrain that develops into the pons and the cerebellum.

   Parte do cérebro

   • The metencephalon is crucial for motor coordination and balance.
   • During embryonic development, the metencephalon gives rise to the pons and cerebellum.
   • Damage to the metencephalon can affect fine motor skills.