vertebralisartären
The vertebralisartären, or vertebral artery, is a major blood vessel in the neck. It originates from the subclavian artery, usually the first branch of the aortic arch on the left side and the brachiocephalic trunk on the right. The vertebral artery ascends through the transverse foramina of the cervical vertebrae, starting from the C6 vertebra and continuing upwards to the C1 vertebra.
As it travels through the neck, the vertebral artery gives off branches that supply the spinal cord
The vertebral artery and its branches supply blood to the posterior circulation of the brain, including the