The ring-shaped anastomosis that forms the cerebral arterial circle is called the Circle of Willis. It is located at the base of the brain and helps to provide collateral circulation in case of blockages in the cerebral arteries.
Cerebral arterial circle AKA Circle of Willis
arterial anastomosis
Cerebral arterial circle or circle of Willis
The function of the cerebal arterial circle (Circle of Willis) is protection. It provides alternate pathways for blood to reach the brain tissues in the case of arterial occlusion or impaired bloodflow anywhere in the system.
A roughly circular anastomosisthat is located at the base of the brain and formed by the anterior communicating-artery, the two anterior cerebral, the two internal-carotid, the two posterior communicating, and the two posterior cerebral artery.From medical dictiionary
Arterial anastomosis
An arterial anastomosis is when more than one artery fuses before giving rise to arterioles. An arterial anastomosis in effect provides an insurance policy for capillary beds: If one artery is compressed or blocked, the others can continue to deliver blood to the capillary bed, and dependent tissues will not be damaged. Arterial anastomoses occur in the brain, in the coronary circulation, and in many other sites as well.
The special circulation of the brain refers to the circle of blood vessels that supply blood to the brain. It includes the anterior and posterior cerebral arteries, connected by the Willis (cerebral) circle. This unique arrangement helps ensure a constant blood supply to the brain, even if one of the vessels becomes blocked.
arterial anastomosis
Circle of Willis or the cerebral arterial circle
The cerebral arterial circle, also known as the Circle of Willis, is a communication network of arteries at the base of the brain that provides collateral circulation. It helps to ensure a consistent blood supply to the brain by allowing blood to flow between the internal carotid and vertebrobasilar systems. This can help maintain brain function in the event of a blockage or narrowing in one of the arteries.