A patient with a small lacunar infarction complains of left hemisensory loss involving the face, arm, and leg equally. On exam, her has hemisensory loss to pin prick, temperature, and proprioception on the entire left side including the trunk. Which thalamic subnucleus is likely affected contralaterally?
A patient with a small lacunar infarction complains of left hemisensory loss involving the face, arm, and leg equally. On exam, her has hemisensory loss to pin prick, temperature, and proprioception on the entire left side including the trunk. Which thalamic subnucleus is likely affected contralaterally?
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A patient with a small lacunar infarction complains of left hemisensory loss involving the face, arm, and leg equally. On exam, her has hemisensory loss to pin prick, temperature, and proprioception on the entire left side including the trunk. Which thalamic subnucleus is likely affected contralaterally?
✓ Correct Answer: D. Ventral posterolateral
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