brainstem (the term "bulbar" referring to the brainstem). The 'bulb' is an archaic term for the medulla oblongata . In clinical usage, it includes the pons as well.  :See also [1] for reference. Date 2012-07-15 10:10 (UTC) Source This file was derived from: Brain_bulbar_region.svg Author Brain_bulbar_region.svg : Image:Brain human sagittal section.svg