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Child's Nervous System
Published in: Child's Nervous System 7/2013

01-07-2013 | Review Paper

The intracranial bridging veins: a comprehensive review of their history, anatomy, histology, pathology, and neurosurgical implications

Authors: Martin M. Mortazavi, Meghan Denning, Bulent Yalcin, Mohammadali M. Shoja, Marios Loukas, R. Shane Tubbs

Published in: Child's Nervous System | Issue 7/2013

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Abstract

Introduction

The intracranial bridging veins are pathways crucial for venous drainage of the brain. They are not only involved in pathological conditions but also serve as important landmarks within neurological surgery.

Methods

The medical literature on bridging veins was reviewed in regard to their historical aspects, embryology, histology, anatomy, and surgery.

Conclusion

Knowledge on the intracranial bridging veins and their dynamics has evolved over time and is of great significance to the neurosurgeon.
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Metadata
Title
The intracranial bridging veins: a comprehensive review of their history, anatomy, histology, pathology, and neurosurgical implications
Authors
Martin M. Mortazavi
Meghan Denning
Bulent Yalcin
Mohammadali M. Shoja
Marios Loukas
R. Shane Tubbs
Publication date
01-07-2013
Publisher
Springer-Verlag
Published in
Child's Nervous System / Issue 7/2013
Print ISSN: 0256-7040
Electronic ISSN: 1433-0350
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/s00381-013-2054-3

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