Henry has a thrombus just beyond where the vertebral arteries join on the base of the pons.Which vessel is affected?
A) dural sinuses
B) basilar artery
C) cranial artery
D) None of the choices are correct.

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The basilar artery is a large artery that runs along the base of the skull and supplies blood to the brainstem, cerebellum, and inner ear. A thrombus (a blood clot) in this vessel can lead to a blockage of blood flow to these important brain structures, causing symptoms such as difficulty with balance, vision changes, and weakness or numbness on one side of the body. The other options listed (dural sinuses and cranial arteries) are not directly associated with the location described in the question.

Henry Has a Thrombus Just Beyond Where the Vertebral Arteries