Vertebral Arteries

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Description

The Vertebral Arteries are a group of Arteries that deliver incoming Blood to the Cerebrovascular System - they join at the bottom of the Brain to form the Basilar Artery which enters the Circle of Willis at the bottom of the Brain.  The Vertebral Arteries are protected by bony tunnels in the Spine.

 

Biological Function of the Vertebral Arteries

Cardiovascular System

 The Vertebral Arteries are one of the two groups of incoming Blood Vessels that provide Blood Circulation to the Brain (Cerebrovascular System).

 

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