The effects of unilateral removal of the cerebellar hemispheres on spatial learning and memory in rats

Brain Res. 2004 Apr 9;1004(1-2):108-15. doi: 10.1016/j.brainres.2003.10.075.

Abstract

Left or right unilateral removal of a cerebellar hemisphere altered visuo-motor coordination as well as spatial representation of the environment. Moreover, the operated rats were unable to adapt their behavior to a novel situation, suggesting frontal dysfunctions similar to those demonstrated in human cerebellar syndromes.

Publication types

  • Comparative Study

MeSH terms

  • Animals
  • Cerebellum / physiology*
  • Functional Laterality / physiology*
  • Learning / physiology*
  • Memory / physiology
  • Rats
  • Spatial Behavior / physiology*