NEURO2 Exam Q&A (78) | Brainstem, Cortex, Vessels, Ventricles | 2025/2026 | Gross Neuroanatomy

This document contains 78 fully solved and labeled exam questions for the NEURO2 course, covering gross neuroanatomy for the 2025/2026 academic year at [University Name]. It provides a structured and high-yield breakdown of the brain, spinal cord, cranial nerves, cortical regions, brainstem nuclei, cerebellum, diencephalon, ventricular system, basal ganglia, limbic system, and neurovascular territories. Each anatomical structure is presented with visual-spatial context, comparative notes, and functional relevance to support both memorization and clinical reasoning. The content is organized by major CNS regions—spinal cord, medulla, pons, midbrain, cerebellum, cerebral hemispheres, thalamus, hypothalamus, and brain vasculature—along with peripheral nerve structures and meninges. Ventricular anatomy and subarachnoid cisterns are reviewed in detail. Additional notes include key imaging insights from brain sections (axial and coronal), pathologies like hydrocephalus and stroke syndromes, and neuroanatomical correlations with movement and psychiatric disorders (e.g., Parkinsonism, addiction, psychosis). This document is highly recommended for: Medical students in neuroanatomy or preparing for practical or written exams Dental, physiotherapy, and radiology students covering CNS anatomy Students in clinical neuroscience modules or preparing for OSPE/OSCE assessments Anyone seeking a concise, practical, and exam-focused anatomy review aligned with modern integrated curricula Its concise format with clear terms and accurate localization makes it ideal for last-minute revision, self-testing, and reinforcing complex neuroanatomical structures. Keywords: NEURO2, gross neuroanatomy, brainstem anatomy, spinal cord, cranial nerves, cerebellum, midbrain, pons, medulla, thalamus, hypothalamus, cerebral cortex, frontal lobe, temporal lobe, parietal lobe, occipital lobe, limbic system, hippocampus, amygdala, basal ganglia, substantia nigra, ventricles, foramen of Monro, choroid plexus, internal capsule, corona radiata, brain arteries, cerebral aqueduct, cisterna magna, neuroimaging, stroke anatomy, hydrocephalus, OSPE revision