Description

The inferior colliculi are paired structures located in the midbrain that play a crucial role in auditory processing. They are involved in the integration of sound information and reflexive responses to auditory stimuli.

Interpreter Notes

Interpreters should be aware that the term 'colículos inferiores' may not be as commonly used in everyday conversation, so it is important to maintain a formal register. Avoid colloquial terms that may refer to similar structures, and ensure clarity when discussing auditory functions to prevent confusion with other brain regions.

Example Sentences

EN: The inferior colliculi are essential for sound localization and auditory reflexes.

ES: Los colículos inferiores son esenciales para la localización del sonido y los reflejos auditivos.

Common Interpreter Mistakes

Confusing 'colículos inferiores' with 'colículos superiores'; mispronouncing 'colículos' as 'colículos'; using informal language that undermines the clinical context.