superiortemporal
Superiortemporal usually refers to the superior temporal gyrus, a curved strip of cortex along the lateral surface of the temporal lobe. It lies beneath the Sylvian fissure and extends from the temporal pole toward the posterior region near the planum temporale. The gyrus includes the transverse temporal gyrus, also known as Heschl’s gyrus, which contains the primary auditory cortex, surrounded by auditory association cortex that processes more complex sounds.
Functionally, the superior temporal gyrus is central to auditory perception and language-related processing. The left STG
Clinical relevance includes its involvement in language and auditory disorders. Lesions or surgical disruption of the
Anatomically, the STG connects with frontal language areas and other temporal lobe regions, forming networks for