superior olivary complex (OLVscx)
The term superior olivary complex (OLVsx) refers to a combination of nuclei and regions in the ventral pontine tegmentum. Identified on the basis of histology, it is bounded ventrally by fibers of the trapezoid body (tpz) ( Carpenter-1983 ). It is composed of the superior olive (OLVs), the trapezoid nucleus, and the periolivary region( Amunts-2012 ). Functionally it is part of the subcortical auditory system ( Swanson-2004 ). Updated 24 Oct 2025.
Also known as: superior olivary complex, Regio olivaris superioris, superior olivary nucleus (Barr & Kiernan)
NeuroNames ID: 569
