Has a Transverse Foramen?
The Transverse Foramen (Foramen Transversarium) of Cervical Vertebrae Is an Opening That Is Occupied by the Vertebral Artery and Vein in the First Six...
The transverse foramen (foramen transversarium) of cervical vertebrae is an opening that is occupied by the vertebral artery and vein in the first six vertebrae and only the vertebral vein in the seventh. The vertebral artery is of particular importance because it serves the brain and spinal cord.
Which vertebrae has transverse foramina?
Transverse foramina are only present in the cervical vertebrae. These foramina allow the passage of the vertebral artery and vein.
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Do all vertebrae have transverse foramen?
The most notable distinction is the presence of one foramen, in each transverse process. These transverse foramina encircle the vertebral arteries and veins. This is true of all cervical vertebrae except C7, whose transverse foramina contain only accessory veins.
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