We have covered the Anatomical and radiology aspects of the Subarachnoid cisterns. All these following important points are covered - CISTERN MAGNA 1. Cebellemedullary cistern a). Vertebral arteries b). PICA c). 9, 10, 11 nerve 2. Cerebellopontine angle cistern a). AICA b). 5, 7, 8 Nerve 3. Prepotine ( Pontine ) Cistern a). Basilar artery b). Origin of AICA c). Superior Cerebellar Artery d). 6 Nerve 4. Quadrigeminal Cistern a). Vein of Galen b). P3 Segment of PCA c). Posterior choroidal arteries

13K views · 213 reactions | Subarachnoid Space. The subarachnoid space consists of the cerebrospinal fluid (CSF), major blood vessels, and cisterns. The cisterns are enlarged pockets of CSF created due to the separation of the arachnoid mater from the pia mater based on the anatomy of the brain and spinal cord surface. | Dr. Najeeb | Facebook

Cerebellomedullary Cisterns. The lateral cerebellomedullary cisterns are dilated subarachnoid spaces which are situated between the anterior surface of the cerebellum (posteriorly) and the dorsal aspect of the lateral medulla oblongata (anteriorly). | Dr. Najeeb