In the discussion on the cytology of the STN two main themes are present: first, is the nucleus closed or open? This means, are the dendritic branches restricted to the nuclear area (closed) or do the dendrites reach out to other areas (open) (Mannen 1960)? The second point of discussion is the presence of interneurons within the STN.
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(2008). Cytology of the Subthalamic Nucleus. In: The Subthalamic Nucleus Part I: Development, Cytology, Topography and Connections. Advances in Anatomy, Embryology and Cell Biology, vol 198. Springer, Berlin, Heidelberg. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-540-79460-8_2
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