HealthAugust 15, 2026
orbitofrontal
OR-bih-toh-FRUN-tuhl
Definition
Relating to the region of the prefrontal cortex in the brain that is located directly above the eye sockets, involved in sensory processing and decision-making.
Etymology
The word is a compound of 'orbita' (Latin for track, eye socket) and 'frontalis' (Latin for relating to the forehead), describing its anatomical position within the frontal lobe of the brain.
In the news
The article identifies the orbitofrontal cortex as a specific brain structure that suffers early pathological damage in Alzheimer's disease, making it a critical area for early diagnostic testing.
A 10-minute test may detect Alzheimer’s up to 15 years before symptoms
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