Brain (Encephalon)
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Anatomy
The command center of the central nervous system: it processes sensation, drives movement and hosts memory, thought and speech — consuming ~20% of the body’s energy at ~1.4 kg.
Clinical notes
Stroke is an emergency: sudden one-sided weakness, facial droop or slurred speech call an ambulance immediately.
Related structures
Educational references
FAQ
What is the role of the Brain?
The command center of the central nervous system: it processes sensation, drives movement and hosts memory, thought and speech — consuming ~20% of the body’s energy at ~1.4 kg.
Why is the Brain clinically important?
Stroke is an emergency: sudden one-sided weakness, facial droop or slurred speech call an ambulance immediately.
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