AIPGMEE 2011 – MCQ 5 – Structures passing through foramen magnum
Which of the following passes through foramen magnum?
A. Internal Carotid Artery
B. Sympathetic chain
C. Hypoglossal Nerve
D. Vertebral Artery
Correct answer : D. Vertebral Artery
Structures passing through foramen magnum
- Lower part of medulla and meninges
- Vertebral artery
- Anterior spinal artery
- Posterior spinal artery
- Spinal root of accessory nerve
- Apical ligament
- Vertical band of cruciate ligament
- Tectorial membrane
