VI Abducent

Question 1

What is the origin of abducent nerves?

Answer 1

Abducent nucleus in lower pons at level of facial colliculus

Question 2

Where does Abducent nerve exit the brain?

Answer 2

Pontomedullary junction between basilar pons and pyramid

Question 3

Function of Abducent nerve

Answer 3

Extraocular movement (lateral rectus muscle)

Question 4

Examination of Abducent nerve

Answer 4

Lateral eye movement

Question 5

Lesion of Abducent nerve

Answer 5

Diplopia and medial strabismus

Question 6

Where does Abducent nerve exit the skull?

Answer 6

Superior Orbital fissure