Lecture 2 Flashcards
1
Q
The first part of the brainstem seen when the brain is examined?
A
Midbrain (mesencephalon)
2
Q
Metencephalon gives rise to __ and __
A
Cerebellum / pons
3
Q
Where does the pons lie?
A
In the most anterior part of posterior cranial fossa
against clivus and dorsum sellae
4
Q
The caudalmost part of brainstem
A
Myelencephalon
5
Q
Brain arterial supply comes from 2 pairs of vessels
A
Vertebral arteries
Internal carotid arteries
6
Q
Vertebral arteries fuse under the __ to form __
A
Pons / Basilar artery
7
Q
Vertebral and internal carotid arteries interconnect in the cranial cavity to form __
A
Cerebral arterial circle of Willis
