The patient presents an intracranial lesion to the anterior frontal lobe. This will result in damage of the prefrontal cortex causing apraxia and mild rigidity. The prefrontal cortex contains Brodmann’s Areas 9, 10, and 11. Damage to Area 9 is “frontal syndrome” which means the patient rarely follows a plan to completion. Area 10 is involved in judgement, anticipation of consequences, and social intelligence. Area 11 is on the ventral surface of the frontal lobe and incorporates emotions, memories, and sensations. Also, areas 46 and 47 are behind areas 9 and 10 and these are concerned with behavior control.
If the lesion reaches the primary motor cortex then the patient will experience contralateral weakness. The primary cortex is
If the lesion reaches the primary motor cortex then the patient will experience contralateral weakness. The primary cortex is