What Role Do Vertebral Arteries Play in Cerebrovascular Accidents?
The vertebral arteries are key contributors to the posterior circulation of the brain, making them vital in the context of cerebrovascular accidents, such as strokes. A detailed histological analysis can reveal emboli, or thrombi, that might have originated in these arteries and led to an occlusion in the brain's vasculature. Understanding the histological changes in the vessel walls can provide insight into the etiology of the stroke.
