vertebralarterid
Vertebralarterid refers to the vertebral arteries, a pair of major arteries that originate from the subclavian arteries in the neck. These arteries ascend through the transverse foramina of the cervical vertebrae, providing a protected pathway to the brain. Their primary role is to supply oxygenated blood to the posterior part of the brain, including the cerebellum, brainstem, and parts of the occipital and temporal lobes.
The two vertebral arteries typically merge at the base of the skull to form the basilar artery.
Conditions affecting the vertebral arteries can have significant neurological consequences. These include vertebral artery dissection, a