Circulatory System In Human Body
Vertebrobasilar circulatory disorders are conditions in which blood supply to the back of the brain is disrupted.
See also:
Transient ischemic attack Stroke
Alternative Names
Vertebrobasilar insufficiency; Posterior circulation ischemia
Causes, incidence, and risk factors
The vertebrobasilar system is also called the back (posterior) circulation of the brain. This part of the brain contains structures that are crucial for keeping a person alive. For instance, the brainstem controls breathing...
Read moreMore information on "Circulatory System In Human Body"
From Our Experts
The Miraculous Human Body and Your Osteoporosis Questions
I have always been intrigued with the miraculous workings of the human body. It is fascinating how so many intricate systems can work... Read more »
Massage and Body Work for the Diabetic Body
A couple of weeks ago, I was having coffee with another massage therapist and she made the comment, "You don't have the tough tissue I feel... Read more »
Importance of Knowing Your Body: MS and Illness
July has been a slow month which has raced by so very quickly. Where is the summer going? The heat has certainly been oppressive... Read more »
Body Worlds Exhibits: A Great Way to Learn About (and Regain Respect...
Sometimes to get a better appreciation for the wonders of your body, you need to have an "out of body experience." That's what my friend,... Read more »
From Our Sources
Systemic (or Whole-body) Treatments
Source: Breastcancer.org
Standard systemic (whole-body) treatments include hormonal therapy, chemotherapy, and targeted therapy (for example, Herceptin (chemical name:... Read more »
Your Blood's Amazing Trip through Your Vascular System
Your vascular system is made up of vessels that carry your blood throughout your body. Arteries carry oxygen-rich blood away from your heart. ... Read more »
Immune system works better at night
A good night's sleep may truly be the best medicine, one new study suggests. In a study on fruit flies, Stanford researchers found that the immune... Read more »
High Cholesterol a Threat to the Entire Vascular System (Not J...
Everyone understands the importance of maintaining healthy cholesterol levels to protect their heart, but many are not aware of how high cholesterol... Read more »
Human body makes its own "aspirin," scientists find
British scientists have found new evidence that humans make their own salicylic acid (SA), the material formed when aspirin breaks down in the body.... Read more »
Images
Featuring Content From:
By using this service, you accept our Terms of Use. Please read them. The consumer health information on is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice or treatment for any medical conditions. You should promptly seek professional medical care if you have any concern about your health, and you should always consult your physician before starting a fitness regimen. Copyright © 2012 Remedy Health Media, LLC. All Rights Reserved.
