Complete duplication or extreme fenestration of the basilar artery

AJNR Am J Neuroradiol. 1999 Jan;20(1):149-50.

Abstract

We describe a 42-year-old man with complete duplication or extreme fenestration of the basilar artery. We review the developmental anatomy and embryology and discuss the possible clinical implications and associated findings of this anomaly.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Angiography, Digital Subtraction
  • Basilar Artery / abnormalities*
  • Basilar Artery / diagnostic imaging
  • Basilar Artery / embryology
  • Humans
  • Magnetic Resonance Angiography
  • Male