Superior Olivary Complex

**Definition:** An auditory brainstem structure in the pontine tegmentum and a part of the olivary nucleus complex. It contains several nuclei associated with auditory localization and is a component of ascending and descending auditory pathways.

**Tree numbers:** - A08.186.211.132.810.428.600.650.625 - A08.186.211.132.810.591.750.500

**Synonyms:** - Nucleus Olivaris Superior - Superior Olivary Nuclei - Superior Olivary Body - Superior Olive