As a result of a craniocerebral injury a patient has a decreased skin sensitivity. What area of the cerebral cortex may be damaged?

Answer options

1. Cingulate gyrus
2. Frontal cortex
3. Anterior central gyrus
4. Posterior central gyrus
5. Occipital region

Explanation

The lateral postcentral gyrus is a prominent structure in the parietal lobe of the human brain. It is the location of the primary somatosensory cortex, the main sensory receptive area for the sense of touch.