Superior hypophyseal artery
Superior Hypophyseal Artery
The Superior Hypophyseal Artery is a small branch of the Internal Carotid Artery that supplies blood to the Pituitary Gland. It is a vital component of the Circulatory System in the human body.
Anatomy[edit | edit source]
The Superior Hypophyseal Artery originates from the Cavernous Segment of the Internal Carotid Artery. It travels superiorly to the Pituitary Stalk, where it forms a capillary plexus that supplies the Pars Tuberalis and the median eminence of the Hypothalamus.
Function[edit | edit source]
The primary function of the Superior Hypophyseal Artery is to supply oxygenated blood to the upper part of the Pituitary Gland and the Hypothalamus. It also plays a crucial role in the transport of Hypothalamic Hormones to the anterior pituitary.
Clinical Significance[edit | edit source]
Damage or blockage of the Superior Hypophyseal Artery can lead to various medical conditions, including Pituitary Adenomas and Hypopituitarism. It is also a significant artery studied in Neurosurgery and Endocrinology.
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