Posterior meningeal artery

System Cardiovascular

Posterior meningeal artery

Definition

The posterior meningeal artery are small vessels which are branches of the ascending pharyngeal artery which supply the dura mater. It passes through the mastoid foramen before entering the cranium via the jugular foramen.

Also known as terminal branch of ascending pharyngeal artery — per UBERON

The Posterior meningeal artery is a part of the Cardiovascular.

Also identified as