OBJECTIVE.: To examine the course of the vertebral artery (VA) at the craniovertebral junction (CVJ) in individuals with occipitalization of the atlas. SUMMARY OF BACKGROUND DATA.: The anatomy of ...

Craniovertebral Junction (CVJ): The area where the skull (occiput) meets the first two cervical vertebrae (atlas and axis), crucial for head movement and stability. Atlanto-occipital Dislocation ...

The craniovertebral junction (CVJ) is a critical area where the skull meets the spine, and it is often the site of complex pathologies that can lead to significant neurological issues. Surgical ...