Abstract
Persistence of the proatlantal artery is reported as a rare anomalous communication between the external carotid and vertebral arteries. The embryology of the anomaly is briefly discussed.
MeSH terms
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Carotid Artery, External / abnormalities*
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Carotid Artery, External / diagnostic imaging
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Humans
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In Vitro Techniques
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Middle Aged
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Radiography
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Vertebral Artery / abnormalities*
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Vertebral Artery / diagnostic imaging