Nucleus of the Oculomotor Nerve Central Posterior

The nucleus of the oculomotor nerve Central Posterior (n. centralis posterior, n. posterior centralis) is one of the nuclei of the oculomotor (III) nerve. It is located in the medulla oblongata and is responsible for the innervation of the muscles of the eye and accommodation.

The nucleus of the oculomotor nerve, the Central Posterior, is one of two nuclei located in the medulla oblongata. The second nucleus is called the Yakubovich nucleus and is located closer to the center of the medulla oblongata.

The nucleus of the oculomotor nerve of the Central Posterior contains two types of cells: alpha and beta cells. Alpha cells innervate the muscles of the eyeball and are responsible for accommodation, that is, focusing and adjusting to vision. Beta cells, in turn, are responsible for regulating intraocular pressure.

When the central posterior nucleus of the oculomotor nerve is damaged, various visual disturbances may occur, such as diplopia (double vision), disturbances in focusing and accommodation. Decreased visual acuity and blurred vision in bright light may also occur.

Various methods are used to treat disorders associated with the central posterior nucleus of the oculomotor nerve, including drug therapy and surgery. Drug therapy may include the use of drugs that improve the function of the eye muscles, as well as drugs that reduce intraocular pressure. Surgical interventions may include microsurgery or radiofrequency ablation.

It is important to note that treatment of disorders associated with the oculomotor nerve nucleus should be carried out under the supervision of a physician. Self-medication can lead to serious complications and deterioration of health.



The oculomotor central posterior nerve nucleus is an important structure involved in regulating eye, head, and trunk movements. It is one of the two central nuclei of the oculomotor peripheral nerve (anterior oculomotor nerve). The nucleus is located at the back of the brain and is connected to the premotor cortex, which is responsible for planning and controlling movement.

The central posterior nucleus influences the movement of the eye muscles and