Vertebral Arteries Flashcards
1
Q
Where does the right and left vert arteries arise from?
A
from subclavian arteries, medial to ant scalene ms
2
Q
where do the vert art ascend?
A
up the post side of neck, through foramina in transverse processes of cervical vert known as foramen transversarium
3
Q
where do vertebral arteries enter after ascending through foramen transversarium?
A
enters the cranial cavity via the foramen magnum and converge.
4
Q
what does the vertebral artery give rise to after entering FMagnum?
A
basilar arteries which supply brain
5
Q
what do vertebral arteries NOT SUPPLY?
A
NO BRANCHES TO THE NECK OR EXTRA CRANIAL STRUCTURES :)
