A 64-year-old woman presents with disturbed fine motor function of her fingers, marked muscle rigidity, and tremor. The neurologist diagnosed her with Parkinson’s disease. What brain structures are damaged resulting in this disease?

Question

Answer options

Reticular formation
Cerebellum
Substantia nigra
Thalamus
Red nuclei

Correct answer

Substantia nigra

Explanation

A 64 year old woman presents with disturbed fine motor function of her fingers, marked muscle rigidity, and tremor. The neurologist diagnosed her with Parkinson's disease. What brain structures are damaged, resulting in this disease?

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