KROK 1 2023 – Question 125 · KROK (Medicine) · Physiology
Family of a 52-year-old man brought him to a doctor with complaints that he does not understand spoken words, despite being able to speak himself. He cannot read written text, as well. Where is the brain damage localized in this case?
- A. In the cortex of the posterior part of the inferior frontal gyrus
- B. In the cortex of the posterior part of the superior temporal gyrus
- C. In the hippocampus
- D. In the cortex of the anterior part of the superior temporal gyrus
- E. —
Hint
Comprehension of spoken and written language with preserved speech production depends on the sensory speech area; think about where it lies relative to the primary auditory cortex.
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