A lesion of the arcuate fasciculus produces which clinical syndrome?
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Correct answer: Conduction aphasia
Damage to the arcuate fasciculus disrupts communication between Broca and Wernicke areas. Patients have poor repetition with preserved comprehension and fluent speech.
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