Vertebral Artery Flashcards
1
Q
What is the gender bias regarding size of the vertebral artery?
A
Men have larger vertebral arteries than women
2
Q
At what location will the vertebral artery form its first compensatory loop?
A
The atlanto-axial interspace
3
Q
At what location will the vertebral artery form its second compensatory loop?
A
The atlanto-occipital interspace
4
Q
At what segments will the vertebral artery be firmly attached to the transverse foramen?
A
both C1 and C2
5
Q
What is the purpose of the vertebral artery loops between C2, C1, and occiput?
A
The increased length will accommodate the greater rotation at these locations
6
Q
What artery is formed by the union of the right and left vertebral arteries?
A
The basilar artery
